Our Civic & Community Leaders
- Late Mayor Wood of Oceanside
- DA Bonnie Dumanis
- Zack Beck, City Clerk
- Dr. Shannon Rodrigue
- Dr. Brian Choi
- Dr. John Hlychho
- Deborah Tabart (Australian Koala Foundation)
Our Legacy
20 Years of Love in Action
I pledge to be nonviolent.
I pledge to respect my body.
I pledge to protect the Earth.
A tribute
Thank you for walking with us
For 20 years, we have never walked alone. BFF America was built by the hands, hearts, and voices of an incredible community. As you watch this tribute, know that every smile, every makeover, and every pledge taken is because of you.
Press play for a moving photo tribute with music. The names of the people who made this journey possible roll alongside.
In loving memory
Baby Adam
Aug 17, 2007 ~ Jan 15, 2008
A photo tribute with music
With gratitude
The people behind the journey
Leaders, champions, partners, volunteers and friends who gave their time, their skills and their hearts.
Our Sports & Entertainment Champions
- Brett Swain (NFL Champion)
- Sam Bass (CBS Radio)
- Iain “Ratso” Buchanan (Surfing Legend)
- Shane & Shannon (BMX Champions)
- Richie Uhl & West Coast Stray
- Mike McGill
- Janell Cannon (Author of Stellaluna)
Our Pageant Queens & Junior Ambassadors
- Miss Earth 2018
- Miss Earth USA
- Staci Ortiz
- Dawnel DeRubeis
- Sharon Cordes & Her Anaheim Mission Beauties
- Giselle Boone & Her Beauty Queens
Our Media & Photographers
- Jon Mendes
- Heather Thay Photography
- FOX 5 San Diego
- KUSI News
Our Beauty & Wellness Partners
- Valerie Hilferty
- Ahsante Hearndon
- Susie Vine
- Oceanside Beauty College
- Bella Academy Poway
- Headlines Salon
- Tracy Hayward
- Gorjana Jewelry
And to the many hair stylists, nail techs, makeup artists, massage therapists, resume writers, chefs, restaurants, and organizers who gave their time.
Our Incredible Volunteers & Friends
- Emma Silvera
- Serena Trice
- Gloria Edge
- Gercy Galang
- Jessica Burgio
- Jessica Donald
- Haley Bobbitt
- Anthony Martinez
- Andy Richardson
- Chatney Dawson
- Jazmin Avalos
- Bianca Singer
- Betsy Fritts
- Doug Friedman
- Carli Giehm
- Steve Grooms
- Sue Hannam
- Nancy Meisenhelder
- Constance Davis
- Mahlon Holmes
- Harry Solomon
- Jon Medel
- Peter Cerman
- Beth Kupanoff
- Doun Lambert
- Elaine Meyer
- Lauren Huber
- Francis Patterson Biggins
- Carney Capo
- Marge Thomas
- Stephen Chen
- Ray Goren
- David Goren
- Sofia Khan
- Susan Atooli
- Ken Dinckan
- Margo Hawkins
- Bella Coffer
- Cassie Smith
- Jessica Keisling
- Greg & Kyle Richardson
- David Schneider
- Leanne Sabo
- Ann Schramm
- Tiffany Rea
- Debbie Gall Rea
- William Hayward
- Deanne Goodman
The Survivors Who Inspire Us
- Jessica (Our Community Director)
And every survivor who walked through our doors and trusted us with their story.
The BFF America Board
- VL Fanai
- Gul Khan
- Daniella Latifzada
- Jessica Becker
- Doug Freedman
From all of us
God has blessed our work with you. We could not have done any of this without you.
Please forgive us if your name is missing from this list—we never forget the kindness you showed us with your time, your skills, and your hearts.
Thank you for making the BFF America journey successful.