Beads of Courage, Inc.

4 Million Beads – 4 Million Moments of Courage:

Join the Beads of Courage Bead Brigade!

Every child and teen facing a life-threatening illness has a story—one filled with moments of bravery, resilience, and hope. We have the incredible opportunity to honor 4 million moments of courage that deserve to be acknowledged and honored for over 60,000 kids worldwide.

"Beads of Courage has been instrumental in helping Liljana get through many bad days, doctor visits, tests, pokes, hospitalizations, and the trauma of having chronic conditions. We've come a long way on this journey but her Beads of Courage continue to give her something to look forward to and document her journey to share with others."

Reinforcing Courage, Bead by Bead.

Each bead in the Beads of Courage collection represents a moment when a child or teen needed to call upon courage, and it was reinforced and honored with a bead. Beads of Courage are a testament to the strength and courage that children and teens display in their fight for life. These beads are not just colorful tokens; they are symbols of resilience, each contributing to a powerful narrative that allows these young warriors to reflect on their journey.

Your support will help us provide these beads, enabling children to RECORD, TELL, and OWN their stories of COURAGE. Through their unique Beads of Courage collection, they find encouragement and strength as they navigate their challenges, transforming their experiences into a beautiful strand of strength honoring their courage, and a visual and tangible way to tell their stories of courage to others.

For every $25 of your gift level - We will add a sticker to every bag with your family’s name. Imagine a child or teen finding strength in each bead they string, each one representing a moment of courage. Your support helps make these moments possible. (For example: $300 Courage Heart level - 12 bags of beads will include your name on the sticker sending your love and reinforcement to that Beads of Courage program!)

How You Can Make an Impact:

1. Donate Today: your generous contribution will directly impact a child’s life, providing them with the beads that honor their courageous moments. Choose a level of support that speaks to you and make a lasting difference. You can also sign up for monthly donations to reach your selected level of support by year end!
2. Fundraise for Beads: Gather your friends, family, and colleagues to join the Bead Brigade. Every dollar raised helps us honor these courageous moments and amplifies the voices of young fighters.
3. Spread the Word: Share our campaign on social media using the hashtag #BOCBeadBrigade. Help us reach a broader audience who can join in this mission and contribute to the lives of these brave children and teens

Together, We Can Reinforce their Courage, Bead by Bead.
Join the Bead Brigade’s meaningful mission to provide 4 million beads that honor 4 million moments of courageous spirit. Together, we can empower children and teens to reflect on their strength, one bead at a time.

Remember: Every bead counts. Every moment matters. Join the Bead Brigade to honor and reinforce the courage of young warriors fighting serious illness. 

Give once, give monthly, or fundraise to reach your selected level of support by year-end! Each bead in the Beads of Courage collection represents a moment when a child or teen needed to call upon courage, and it was reinforced and honored with a bead. We have the incredible opportunity to honor 4 million moments of courage that deserve to be acknowledged and honored for over 60,000 kids worldwide. Choose a level of support for your annual contribution and make a lasting difference.

Visit our Bead Brigade page to learn more. 

Testimonials

Our entire family is so grateful for Beads of Courage and the support they have shown our 10-year-old daughter. She was struggling so severely with medical procedures and anxiety. After starting her bead journey, she can physically hold and see her accomplishments, and the fear and anxiety are melting away! What a fantastic organization! You make a HUGE difference! - Kathy T.

I can't even begin to tell you how much this program has done for my son!!! He was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic germinomas of the brain in 2009 at the age of 9. Beads of Courage gave him joy, as well as a way to show friends and family what he was going through. This program is amazing! Thank you so, so much! -- Janel P.

These are so much more than just beads. They give hope, strength and courage to not only the child going through treatment, but to us as the parents as well. It makes me happy to see that he understands what he has been through and is now willing to talk about it because of the beads. -- Ashley F.

Gigi's Beads of Courage really helped her out during her hospital stay and open heart surgery. It's a brilliant idea and a great way for little ones to see all that they have accomplished. - Chase S.