Maddie G. '27 Wins First Place in "Best School Entry (14 and Above) in Bra-ha-Ha

As long as Maddie G. ’27 can recall, she remembers watching her mother and aunt craft brassieres for Chesapeake Regional Hospital’s Bra-ha-ha®, a fundraising event that celebrates breast cancer survivorship and artistry. Using a bra as a canvas, Maddie crafted the “Breast Cancer Succs” and won first place in the “Best School Entry (14 and Above).”

 

“My mom and aunt did it all the time when I was younger, and I loved modeling when I was younger,” said Maddie.

Her creation, “Breast Cancer Succs,” was a canvas of succulents. 

“I have a weird obsession with plants. I have like 20-something plants at my house,” said Maddie. “When I originally started on the bra, I thought about a wintery theme and then one day I thought about the succulent and thought breast cancer sucks and that was it!”

However, winning first place was a surprise. 

“Winning first place during my first time was surprising,” said Maddie.  “I would recommend people get more involved with something, especially something crafty. I happened to find something that could help people.”

As for her mom, she’s super proud of Maddie.

 

“Maddie loves a challenge,” said mom Laurie Carpenter. “People tend to learn quickly about the athletic side of Maddie and her competitive nature. That also extends to the arts. I love that she is this full, well-rounded person with artistic outlets. She has enjoyed taking creative challenges head-on and entering these artistic exhibits like art shows and the Bra-Ha-Ha.” 

The Bra-ha-ha entries were unveiled at the annual Bra-ha-ha® Awards Show and Auction, which serves as a fun tribute to those affected by breast cancer, according to the Bra-ha-ha® website. Proceeds from The Bra-ha-ha® campaign help provide free mammograms and related breast health services to eligible uninsured and underinsured community members, and advanced technology at Chesapeake Regional Breast Care.