About Power of Pink

The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation is thrilled to host the Virginia Beach Power of Pink Luncheon and Fashion Show! Join us on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at the Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club to raise funds and support for breast cancer access, education, and awareness. 

The Power of Pink Luncheon and Fashion Show is a VBCF signature event dedicated to raising funds and support for breast cancer access and education during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Virginia. It brings together individuals passionate about making a difference in the fight against breast cancer. The event empowers survivors and thrivers, honors those affected by breast cancer, and drives progress toward a future free from the disease.

The 2026 Virginia Beach Power of Pink Luncheon is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. at the Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club. This event, titled "Fashion on the Journey", features breast cancer survivors and thrivers showcasing their own signature looks that make them feel empowered! 

Location: 
Cavalier Golf and Yacht Club
1052 Cardinal Rd.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Registration and Reception: 11:00 - 11:55 am 
Lunch and Fashion Show: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
After Show Meet and Greet with Models: 1:30 - 2:30

Please email shelley@vbcf.org for sponsorship information or ticket information. 

More About "Fashion on the Journey"

From everyday wear to looks from our models' lives as performers and businesswomen, "Fashion on the Journey" will not only be about clothes but will be about telling the personal stories that our models will share about how breast cancer has affected their lives, attitudes and their decisions about how clothing makes them feel as strong and independent individuals. It is a show not to be missed! 

Watch "Fashion on the Journey" from the Richmond Power of Pink Luncheon 2025 and get inspired to attend this fabulous event in Virginia Beach! 

OUR SPONSORS

Sapphire

Supporting Sponsor

Meet Our Survivor/Thriver Models!

Evelina Johnson Buendia

Theresa Sawyer

Model!

Ronnie Yancey

Laura Jones

Lana Walcott

Wendy Bagby

Shaye Arluk

Zakkiyya Crolle-Jordan

Power of Pink VB Speakers

Dr. Nicole Banks

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Nicole Banks, M.D., is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and reproductive endocrinology. After graduating from Harvard University magna cum laude, Dr. Banks earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She then pursued her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Georgetown University, where she was the recipient of the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Resident Award.

Dr. Banks then continued her studies with a research-intensive fellowship in genetics at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). During this time, Dr. Banks received the 2013 ASRM Corporate Member Council In-training Travel Award, where she ultimately contributed to four ASRM presentations on topics including intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), structural abnormalities of the Y chromosome, and gene mutations. Dr. Banks then completed a second fellowship at NIH in reproductive endocrinology.

A passionate researcher, Dr. Banks has contributed to medical publications focusing on subjects such as endometriosis and fertility preservation, contraceptive technologies, and the effects of ovarian reserve and early menopause. She is also a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Banks currently sees patients at SGF Jones Institute in Norfolk, Virginia. In her free time, she enjoys tackling bucket list items like recently hiking to the Old Rag Summit in Shenandoah National Park (rock scramble and all), decorating cakes for friends and family, and spending time with family.

Where Your Money Goes

Annually in Virginia, 8,180 women and men are diagnosed with breast cancer, and 1,160 will lose their battle with breast cancer. With some of the highest incident rates of breast cancer in the state being in the Southeastern Region, the money raised through the Virginia Beach Power of Pink Luncheon will go toward expanding the reach of VBCF to communities in the Tidewater area. For 35 years, VBCF has offered individualized resources for Virginians impacted by breast cancer, breast health education, and support kits for newly diagnosed patients, caregivers, and survivors. Additionally, VBCF advocates for improved health public policy and research dollars for the state, and provides funds for central Virginia screening and diagnostic breast health services for uninsured and underinsured individuals in need. 

VBCF is a 501(c) 3 organization as determined by the Internal Revenue Service with federal tax identification number 54-1633519. Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.