Hope, Healing, and Support Beyond the Ribbon

Life After the Ribbon Foundation is dedicated to providing education, survivor support, wellness resources, and meaningful community connections for individuals and families affected by breast cancer. We believe support should continue beyond diagnosis and treatment—creating a community where survivors and their families feel seen, encouraged, informed, and supported throughout every stage of the journey.

Our Story: Why We Exist

Life After the Ribbon Foundation grew from a vision held by Tamera Patrick, whose many years of overseeing the Pink Walk allowed her to witness the strength, courage, and sense of community that comes from bringing people together in support of those affected by breast cancer.

Through the Pink Walk, Tamera envisioned something that could extend beyond a single annual event—a lasting organization that could provide continued education, encouragement, wellness resources, survivor support, and community connection throughout the year.

From that vision, Life After the Ribbon Foundation was created with a simple but powerful belief: support should not end when treatment ends or when the Pink Walk is over.

The Foundation exists to continue walking alongside survivors and their families as they move forward into life beyond breast cancer—honoring their journeys, supporting their needs, and reminding them that they remain surrounded by a caring community.

Life After the Ribbon represents what comes next: a new chapter, a stronger you, and a brighter tomorrow.

The Meaning Behind Our Logo

The Hearts Behind Our Mission

Meet the compassionate hearts behind our mission—leaders who give their time, talents, and dedication to uplift survivors, strengthen families, and help carry the vision of Life After the Ribbon Foundation forward.

Tamera Patrick – Founder | President


Tamera brings many years of experience overseeing the Pink Walk and a deep commitment to supporting those affected by breast cancer. As President, she provides dedicated leadership while helping bring the community together to celebrate survivors, honor loved ones, and advance the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation.

Shemeka Cleveland – Vice President


Shemeka brings a caring heart and strong commitment to the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. As Vice President, she works alongside the President to support survivors and families, strengthen community outreach, and help ensure the Foundation continues to be a source of hope, encouragement, and support.

    Robin Towner – Treasurer


    Robin serves as Treasurer with dedication, integrity, and a commitment to the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. She helps oversee the Foundation’s financial responsibilities, supports responsible stewardship of its resources, and works with the leadership team to ensure those resources help make a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors, families, and the community.

    Shanta Hardy – Secretary


    Shanta serves as Secretary with dedication, organization, and a strong commitment to the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. She helps maintain important records, supports clear communication among the leadership team, and works to keep the Foundation organized as it serves survivors, families, and the community.

    Catrina Donald – Assistant Secretary


    Catrina serves as Assistant Secretary with dedication and a commitment to supporting the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. She assists with organizational records, communication, and administrative responsibilities while helping the leadership team stay connected, organized, and focused on serving survivors, families, and the community.

      Tiffany Boyd – Executive Assistant to the President


      Tiffany serves as Executive Assistant to the President, providing dedicated administrative and organizational support to the Foundation’s leadership. She assists with coordination, communication, and day-to-day responsibilities while helping ensure the President and leadership team remain focused on advancing the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation.

      Angela Fortenberry – Director |Breast Cancer Survivor


      As a breast cancer survivor, Angela brings a personal and meaningful perspective to the Life After the Ribbon Foundation. Her strength, compassion, and lived experience help guide the Foundation’s commitment to supporting survivors and families, while offering hope and encouragement to others throughout their breast cancer journey.

      Cynthia Johnson – Director of Fundraising


      Cynthia serves as Director of Fundraising, helping build the community support and resources needed to advance the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. She works to develop fundraising opportunities, strengthen relationships with donors and community partners, and support initiatives that allow the Foundation to make a meaningful difference for breast cancer survivors and their families.

        LaTorria Towner – Director of Marketing


        LaTorria serves as Director of Marketing, helping share the mission and impact of Life After the Ribbon Foundation with the community. She supports the Foundation’s outreach, communications, and promotional efforts, helping raise awareness, strengthen community engagement, and connect survivors and families with the Foundation’s programs, events, and resources.

        Leslie Franklin – Director of Graphic Designs


        Leslie serves as Director of Graphic Design, bringing creativity and visual storytelling to the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation. She helps develop engaging designs and promotional materials that strengthen the Foundation’s identity, support its events and outreach efforts, and help communicate its message of hope, awareness, and community support.

        Aaliyah Hickmon – Event Coordinator


        Aaliyah serves as Event Coordinator, helping plan and organize meaningful events that bring the mission of Life After the Ribbon Foundation to life. She works with the leadership team and community partners to coordinate activities, support event logistics, and create welcoming experiences that bring survivors, families, and the community together.

          Yolanda Wash – Pink Walk Committee


          Yolanda serves on the Pink Walk Committee, helping support the planning and coordination of the Foundation’s annual Pink Walk. She assists with event activities, community engagement, and creating a welcoming experience for survivors, families, supporters, and participants. Through her service, Yolanda helps bring the Foundation’s message of hope, awareness, and community support to life..


            Nikki Johnson – Pink Walk Committee


            Nikki serves on the Pink Walk Committee, helping support the planning and preparation of the Foundation’s annual Pink Walk. She assists with event activities, community outreach, and creating an uplifting experience that brings survivors, families, supporters, and the community together. Her service helps advance the Foundation’s commitment to breast cancer awareness, hope, and support.


            Kimberly Dukes – Pink Walk Committee


            Kimberly serves on the Pink Walk Committee, supporting the planning and preparation of the Foundation’s annual Pink Walk. She assists with event activities, community engagement, and efforts to create a meaningful and uplifting experience for survivors, families, and supporters. Her service helps strengthen the Foundation’s mission of promoting breast cancer awareness, hope, and community support.