Good Friends
Good Friends: This symbolizes lasting friendships. Being there for the laughter & for the tears – through it all. Helping one another grow and fulfill our dreams. Providing unwavering support without judgement & giving grace
We foster ways to share, educate, enable growth (physical, mental & emotional), learn new skills and help each other attain our goals & dreams
Good Friends Upcoming Events
April BellaDonnas Virtual Rally - Wed, Apr 2pm 7:00-8:15 pm
Join us to hear a recap of the awesome things we did in March and learn how you can support what is to come in April!!
Good Friends Past Events
Mar 2025 Virtual Rally: Mar “A Hand in Healing”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “YOU are the BEST investment” – We welcomed another new Bella. Looking at the 7 Pillars of Self-Care, we took an honest approach to rating ourselves on how we perform in those pillars and shared why we gave ourselves those ratings; we realized we are not alone in needing to give ourselves a little more “love.” And as always, we enjoyed celebrating our recent successes and chatted about events to come. So many exciting things to ahead!!!
Feb 2025 Virtual Rally: Feb “A Little Love Goes a Long Way”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – We welcomed 4 new Bellas!!! Took part in several activities to get know ourselves and one another. We learned about our priorities, the way we see ourselves and our lives, as well as how we feel about special people around us. As usual, we enjoyed celebrating our recent successes and chatted about events to come. So many exciting things to ahead!!!
Jan 2025 Virtual Rally: Jan “We Support You”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “You are the BEST Investment” – We looked at how we generally spend our full “pie” of time on the different aspects of our lives and then how we want it to look for 2025. We shared some specific ways we were going to make that happen and how we would support and encourage one another. We took a look at the awesome activities we did in December, discussed upcoming events, brainstormed abut some Good Times ideas and started to chat about a really cool way to leverage our gifts and talents for Good Deeds. It was a jammed packed Rally and kicked of the year with excitement for what is to come – go Bellas in 2025!
Dec 2024 Virtual Rally: Dec “Holiday Cheer for All”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – We shared some holidays favorites with one another. Recapped some of our wonderful big success Good Deeds and laughed at some great Good Times memories.
Nov 2024 Virtual Rally: Nov “Hunger has No Place at this Table”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – We got to know our Bella, Becky Sousa, the Balanced Beauty. She is a buyer for TJX, and gave us the scoop on must buys at TJMaxx & Marshalls and when to buy them. We shared ideas about how to make December a huge success for giving!!
Oct 2024 Virtual Rally: Oct “F*ck Cancer”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – We shared our “survivor” stories, as we all have been through tough times in our life that make us the warriors we are today. We reviewed the 2024 Fall Fashion Trends and gave our thumbs up/thumbs down. We celebrated the three hearts we earned with our “Feels like Home ” for 576 items (Deb Sullivan donated 208 items - Woo Hoo!) , as well as the HUGE success of the “Breast Cancer Walk” celebrated the three hearts for raising $6,675.63!! (Diane Donato raised $2,554.05 and Donna Burke donated $500 - Woo Hoo!). Laughed at the great pics and shared some stories from our recent Good Times! And of course, we got excited for Oct & Nov Bellas events to come!
Sept 2024 Virtual Rally: Sept “Home is Where the Heart Is”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – We had the honor of listening to Diane Donate and Heidi Ramich share their battle with breast cancer, as well as inspiring words of wisdom from our other survivor warriors Donna Burke, Deb Ciarcia and Dale Hachey. This truly reminded us how important our participation in the Breast Cancer Walk is on Oct 5th. We celebrated the three hearts we earned with our “Fill the Bus” endeavor, as well as the success of Summer Salsa night!! And of course, we geared up for all the great stuff we are doing for rest of Sept!
August 2024 Virtual Rally: August “Invest in Our Future”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “Bond Through Sharing” – Folks shared memorable moments around education and how it has made them who they are today. We heard from Laura Bisson, a founder of Catie’s Closet; She also let us know how our “Fill the Bus” work will make such a difference. We celebrated the two hearts we achieved with our “Feed a Shift” event. Talked through all the great things coming. And the EXCITING NEWS – the launch of the BellaDonnas website!!
July 2024 Virtual Rally: “July Say Thank You”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “From Dream to Reality” – We were honored to hear from “the Humble Hero” Gina Bertelli – she is courageous, trustworthy and warmhearted – her journey through the military and now in the Hamilton Police Dept serving as the School Resource Officer is amazing!! We thank you, Gina, for your service and all you do every day!! We gave thank yous to people who have supported us over the years. And we applauded how we crushed it with 446 cards for Cards of Hope!!!
June 2024 Virtual Rally: “June Celebrate”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “From Dream to Reality” Part III – We heard from “the Selfless Bad Ass” Aja Rea – she is nurturing, kind-hearted and tough as nails – we heard her inspirational story about how her compassion led to the beautiful family she has today. We shared and celebrated recent wins we have had as individuals.
May 2024 Virtual Rally: “May Mania”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “From Dream to Reality” Part II – We heard from “the Rockstar Designer” Sarah Aitken – she is gifted, compassionate and funny - we truly enjoyed hearing her story. Series “YOU are the BEST investment” – We had the pleasure of hearing from Leah Foden, “the Talented Beauty”; we learned a great deal about holistic skin care thanks to her experience, dedication and empathy. And notably, celebrated the 503 items we donated to Uncommon Threads!!!
April 2024 Virtual Rally : April “Hello There Spring”
BellaDonnas Rally Series “From Dream to Reality” Part I – We heard from “the Sassy Fashionista” Jaime Brown – she is an entrepreneur, trend setter and hustler – it was inspiring to hear her many journeys. We had the honor of hearing from Heather Gaspar, the Director of Uncommon Threads, and the amazing work they do. And notably, celebrated Sarah Aitken’s 50th!!!
