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Sharon Butler Payne - ArtBra KC 2011 Chairperson

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ArtBra KC is a unique and fun auction that celebrates the bra as an empowering symbol of triumph over breast cancer, and as a work-of-art that can benefit those breast cancer patients just beginning, or still on, the journey.

Arbra KC announces 2012 Venue and Event Schedule

admin | November 14th, 2011 | Announcements | Comments Off

Art Bra KC 2012 will be held at The Midland by AMC on May 4, 2012.  The Midland Theatre is one of Kansas City’s most treasured buildings with ample space for Art Bra’s pre-party and main event. Located at 13th and Main, the Main Theatre’s customizable floor allows Art Bra KC to have a wonderful [...]

Missys’ Boutique is named in memory of Melissa Malter Newell and Ann Wilcox O’Neill, both affectionately known as Missy. These Kansas wives and mothers did not meet before they lost their lives to breast cancer in their early 30s. Yet their spirits are forever entwined in a legacy to bring hope, dignity and strength to [...]

Sharon Snowden-Hake was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 29. She’s a two time breast cancer survivor. She continues on with a successful modeling/TV hosting career along with developing a site called n2modeling.com that helps all ages learn about the acting and modeling business. Sharon dedicates a large amount of time supporting cancer patients. She [...]

Kelly Jones of KCTV 5 Set to Emcee ArtBra KC 2012

admin | November 7th, 2011 | Announcements, Featured, Press | Comments Off

The 2001 ArtBra KC event raised an unbelievable $95,176 in its first year!

Celebrating the Art of Survival

admin | April 21st, 2011 | Announcements, Featured | Comments Off

Angel/Devil Bra – The First ArtBra for 2011 Event

sonya | February 1st, 2011 | Announcements | Comments Off

I am honored that Brenda Davis, a very dear friend of mine, chose to make the Angel/Devil bra in honor of my journey. Modeled by Pam Von Campernolle in our feature photograph…

The Missy’s Story

sonya | February 1st, 2011 | Stories | Comments Off

Missys’ Boutique is named in memory of Melissa Malter Newell and Ann Wilcox O’Neill, both affectionately known as “Missy”.

For breast cancer patients and survivors the triumphant journey from diagnosis to recovery is a battle requiring mental and physical endurance, emotional strength and spirit of the soul.

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Devil or Angel?

admin | January 24th, 2011 | Models | 3 Comments »

Pamela Van Compernolle will be among about 20 breast cancer survivors who will model the one-of-a-kind bras at ArtBra KC on May 13, 2011. ArtBra KC is a fundraiser for the Missys’ Boutique Patients in Need Fund.