About the Event
Celebrating 21 years of impact, OC BCF 2024 will be hosted at the stunning Montage Laguna Beach. This year, we honor two decades of dedication, bringing together Orange County's vibrant community for a sunset evening along the beautiful California coastline. It's more than just an event—it's a celebration of our mission to ensure that no breast cancer patient feels alone. Every contribution directly supports THE BCF's WeCare Program, providing tangible care and comfort through care packages sent to breast cancer patients nationwide.
About Our 2024 Honoree
Mary Miyamoto
Mary, a 13-year breast cancer survivor, has become a beacon of hope in our community. After her battle, she dedicated herself to serving on nonprofit boards and supporting cancer patients. Through advocacy, mentorship, and emotional support, Mary has helped countless individuals find strength. Her compassion and commitment to service have left a lasting impact. A 2019 Martha Ann Fitzpatrick Vision Award recipient, Mary now serves as volunteer manager at the Leonard Cancer Institute for Mission Hospital. She believes, “Early detection gives back what breast cancer tries to take away.”
About Our 2024 Physician Honoree
Michael K Lee, MD FACS
Join us in honoring Dr. Michael Lee, our 2024 Physician Honoree at OC BCF, for his unwavering commitment to breast cancer reconstruction and patient care. Known for his exceptional medical expertise and compassionate approach, Dr. Lee goes beyond restoring physical appearances—he renews confidence and hope in countless lives. His meticulous attention to detail, patient-centric care, and double-board certification in surgery and plastic surgery have made him a beacon of hope in our community. Dr. Lee earned his medical degree from the John A. Burns School of Medicine before completing surgical training at Baylor College of Medicine, where he was honored as Best Chief Resident. He later completed a prestigious Fellowship in Plastic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, earning accolades like the Elvin L. Shelton Award for Excellence and the Dr. Frank and Mary McDowell Award for Excellence in Surgery. We are deeply grateful for his dedication and tireless efforts to support breast cancer patients.
What We Do
THE BCF WeCare Package is a powerful source of strength and hope for newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. It addresses the critical gap in care that often exists during the initial weeks after a diagnosis. To bridge this gap, THE BCF WeCare Package offers a meaningful solution by providing tangible resources and comforting items to support breast cancer patients throughout their treatment and recovery. Additionally, each WeCare Package includes a heartfelt, handwritten note from members of the community, reminding patients that they are not alone in their healing journey.
Leonard Cancer Institute WeGive Day
Our WeGive Day at Providence Leonard Cancer Center, Mission Hospital, was a special day for 49 women and 1 man recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Volunteers united to assemble and distribute WeCare Packages, offering support and comfort to those bravely fighting this battle. A heartfelt thank you to Natalie Grumet and Mary Miyamoto for championing this event and helping ensure these packages reached patients in need.
