3rd Year Biochemistry Major

“I joined BFPC because I really enjoyed working with children when I volunteered in the classroom back in high school and my family was directly affected by cancer. I think this club was able to give me an outlet where I can directly make a positive impact along with many others that have a passion to help those that are affected by cancer. “

2nd Year Physiological Science Major

“I was amazed by BFPC's welcoming atmosphere during my freshman year and continue to appreciate the passion each person has for this organization. I immediately knew I wanted to join this collaborative environment to make a positive impact on the lives of pediatric patients.”

3rd Year Psychobiology Major

“I joined BFPC because I have a passion for pediatrics and wish to pursue this field in the future. I feel that BFPC provides an amazing way to connect with patients and build a community to spread awareness about pediatric cancer. “

3rd Year Psychobiology Major

“I joined BFPC because I enjoyed the welcoming and friendly environment! I loved how all the members were so genuine and shared a strong passion for fulfilling BFPC's mission!”

3rd Year Biology Major

“I joined BFPC because I wanted to learn more about how to bring awareness to pediatric cancer and help bring hope to patients and families!“

3rd Year Microbiology, Immunology, & Molecular Genetics Major

“I joined BFPC because I love their motto of "Never letting cancer cloud the joy of being a kid." I believe that everything BFPC does, from the crafts made to the donations collected, all make a difference to those impacted by childhood cancer.”

3rd Year Psychobiology Major

“When I was in elementary school one of my close friends was diagnosed with leukemia and fought hard for 2 years before sadly passing away. Since then I have always felt the desire to give back and help the pediatric cancer community any way I can, since no child deserves to sacrifice their childhood battling this terrible disease.”

2nd Year Microbiology, Immunology, & Molecular Genetics Major

“I love working with kids and aspire to become a cancer researcher, so BFPC presented a perfect fit for my interests/values! I also really admired how everyone in the club was so friendly and passionate about making a difference.”

3rd Year Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology Major

“I joined BFPC because I resonated with our mission of “Never letting cancer cloud the joy of being a kid” and really wanted the opportunity to contribute to it through participating in organizing our big events and through direct interactions with patients and their families.”

4th Year Neuroscience Major

“I joined BFPC because I love spending time with kids. Everyone in BFPC is incredibly welcoming and I felt like I had found my own community at UCLA.”

3rd Year Psychobiology Major

“Since joining my first year, I loved BFPC's uplifting and supportive community which inspired me to pursue my interest in becoming a pediatric oncologist!”

4th Year Microbiology, Immunology, & Molecular Genetics Major

“I joined BFPC because I truly believe in the mission that we stand for. While I joined to be involved in pediatric cancer activism, I stayed because of the amazing people and the passion they clearly possess!”

2nd Year Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Major

“Cancer is a struggle that I’ve watched both my uncle and grandma face, and I’ve learned how important it is to take their minds off of what they are going through, even for a second. I’ve learned that the smallest interactions, the smallest instances of fun and laughter, make the biggest impact on their mental health, and so I joined BFPC because it gives me the opportunity to make this positive impact on the lives of kids who are bravely fighting cancer every day.”