We had a big vision when Joanne and Christine started Bucket Bands in 2018. We initially designed a line of bracelets to promote a lifestyle driven by personal goals and dreams. Throughout our journey, it became clear that our purpose was more than just one person's goals and dreams—we saw that we could make a significant contribution to some of the most pressing humanitarian issues.

Our first collaboration was with a local Veterans organization. We were humbled by the compassion and gratitude we received for raising awareness and giving back. As a result, we created 'Live for a Cause,' a brand with a mission that is distinct from profits.

Each bracelet is colored to represent the charity it supports and has the word "Live" engraved on it. A fixed donation is made to our nonprofit partners. 

While this is a significant achievement for us, it is only the beginning of what we hope to achieve. 

If you have a cause you live for please email us at bucketband.live@gmail.com.

Joanne’s Story:

I started my bucket list when I was 12 years old. I was born with a hip abnormality and was told I would never be able to participate in sports, but that didn't stop me. I set a goal for myself and was determined to play soccer, eventually becoming a three-sport varsity athlete and college soccer player.

I believed that I was making good progress toward becoming the athlete of my dreams. By the age of 19, my soccer career was gone, I need knee reconstruction surgery, and I was advised not to run any longer. I exercised correctly and diligently. I made some new resolutions and resolved to complete the New York City Marathon at some point. I started a journey, and I'm glad to say that after five knee operations and one hip operation, I've run more than six marathons—four of them in New York City—and two Iron Man triathlons. I continue to establish new objectives every year, whether they are to scuba dive in a new location or climb a mountain. I wear my bucket list with pride.