Beads of Courage Community Celebration
Hosted by ISGB Chapters
❤️ Creating Courage Through Glass
Sunday, October 11, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM Pacific | 12:00 PM Eastern
A Special Edition of Creators & Makers
Open to the Public
Join the International Society of Glass Beadmakers Chapters for a special event celebrating the partnership between ISGB and Beads of Courage®.
Whether you're a longtime beadmaker, a chapter member, or simply interested in making a difference through glass art, you're invited to participate.
Registration will Open in September
💬 Special Guest: Jean Gribbon
Founder & President, Beads of Courage®
Hear directly from Jean Gribbon as she shares:
- Updates on the incredible impact of Beads of Courage
- Current program needs and opportunities
- How artists can become involved
- Ways our glass community can continue supporting children and families
Beads of Courage Wants to Hear From You!
Bring your questions and learn how your creativity can make a meaningful difference.
🔥 Bead-Making Inspiration
Exclusive Tutorial Showcase
ISGB Chapter members will share inspiring video tutorials designed to spark ideas for your Beads of Courage creations.
Featured Benefits
✓ Creative project inspiration
✓ Techniques from ISGB artists
✓ Ideas for meaningful bead donations
✓ Resources for all skill levels
Available during and After the Event
All featured tutorials will be available on ISGBEducation.org, along with many additional educational resources.
The inspirational tutorials will be available at isgbEducation.org along with many more.
Enter the Random Drawing!
Deadline to submit is November 1, 2026
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Call for Beads!
All chapters and chapter members are invited to donate beads to Beads of Courage. Document your donation (between
September 1 and November 1 2026) and you’ll be entered into a
random drawing for fabulous prizes!
Donation guidelines:
- Send all bead donations directly to Beads of Courage at 3301 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719.
- Use the donation form from the BOC website:
- Send a photo of your bead donation, along with number of beads, name, email, and chapter name to Steve Bay: dalsteve@isgb.org. Photo documentation must be received by November 1 to qualify for the prize drawing.
- Each donation of at least 5 beads qualifies for one raffle prize entry.
- Only one drawing entry per person/chapter name is allowed.
- Individual chapter members that contribute to a single large bead donation, are each eligible for a
- raffle entry, provided their names and emails are included in the donation documentation.
✨ Drawing Prizes to be announced
📧Contact Steve Bay, ISGB chapter liaison, for questions: dalsteve@isgb.org
We are Stronger Together
