WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS THERAPY

Every year, those diagnosed with breast cancer will likely face dramatic changes, both physical and emotional. The Treasured Chest Program was designed to support them by allowing them to confront these changes directly, in a supportive, creative atmosphere.

The Keep A Breast Treasured Chest Program gives anyone diagnosed with breast cancer or testing positive with gene mutations including but not limited to BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, PALB2, PTEN, CDH1, CHEK2, TP53, STK11, PMS2 an opportunity to document their body and feelings by turning their casted torso into a beautiful work of art. These unique pieces, The Keep A Breast Foundation Breast Casts™, are one-of-a-kind plaster forms that combine sculpture, creativity, and artistry. They communicate complex emotions about breast health and the body, allowing the castee to capture a specific point in their life.

BREAST CAST NARRATIVE

Since 2013, we have directly supported over 730 individuals in all 50 states, with a large portion of kits going to people under 40 years of age. 

This program is the foundation of KAB’s artistic approach to breast cancer support, dialogue, and community building. The casting process is a safe haven of expression for those diagnosed with breast cancer, and the final product a starting point for continuing conversations. Breast casts are narratives that highlight the importance of confronting the challenges of breast cancer. Each is an outward expression of the castee’s inner beauty. “I’ve never felt so beautiful” is a common response from participants.

SUPPORTING ALL

Anyone diagnosed with breast cancer or testing positive with gene mutations including but not limited to BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, PALB2, PTEN, CDH1, CHEK2, TP53, STK11, PMS2  is invited to apply and take part in this program. This includes anyone facing or recovering from the loss of a breast (mastectomy), partial removal of a breast (lumpectomy), or shrinkage of a breast caused by radiation, as well as previvors and other forms of breast surgery. Like-minded spas and salons interested in hosting local breast casting parties are also encouraged to participate in the program.

Treasured Chest Kit includes:

• Plaster provided by Plastercraft

• All Good coconut oil 

• Scissors

• Socks

• Freedom deodorant

• Little Words Project bracelets

• Rastaclat bracelets

• Cancer Hates Tea: A Unique Preventive and Transformative Lifestyle Change to Help Crush Cancer by Maria Uspenski 

• Miscellaneous KAB goodies such as i love boobies! merchandise

• Other miscellaneous personal care items 

*All personal care and other such items are non-toxic and the contents may change based on the generous donations from our partners.