Lupus and Fibromyalgia Awareness
Our mission is to provide education, support services, and encouragement to empower and uplift those living with lupus and fibromyalgia in an effort to help them and their families face the challenges of these incurable, debilitating illnesses.
You’re Invited to A Harlem Renaissance Affair!
Step into the glitz, glamour, and purpose of the 1920s at Social Butterflies Foundation’s signature gala—happening at the Virginia Air & Space Science Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025 • 6PM–11PM
Dress to impress in your Harlem Renaissance-inspired attire (or rock your sneakers in true Sneaker Ball style!) as we celebrate strength, community, and impact.
VIP is almost SOLD OUT! Ticket sales end June 13th! Grab your spot before it’s gone!
DMV Plate Initiative
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Our DMV campaign for a Lupus Awareness License Plate has reached the Virginia General Assembly!
🎉 Big News! The Social Butterflies Foundation’s DMV campaign for a Lupus Awareness License Plate has reached the Virginia General Assembly thanks to Delegate Marcia Price’s HB1722!
💜 Here’s How You Can Help:
✅ Submit your FREE non-personalized plate application – no cost to pre-order!
✅ Want a personalized plate or plate transfer? Just donate $10 via the button above and select the DMV Lupus Plate option.
2024 Chastity Corbett Youth Scholarship
Each year Social Butterflies Foundation provides youth battling with lupus and/or fibromyalgia, as well as children of survivors, with college scholarship opportunities to help fulfill their aspirations. This year we are proud to present Brianna Ramos as our 2024 Chastity Corbett Scholarship recipient.
Brianna is a graduate of Western Branch High School in Chesapeake, Virginia. She is the daughter of lupus survivor, Courtney Ramos. Brianna will be attending Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia.
Social Butterflies Foundation is proud of Brianna. We do not want to just see her fly, but SOAR! Congratulations!
Upcoming Event
Roll Bounce & Bowl for Lupus & Fibro
💜 Let’s roll, bounce, bowl—and make a difference, together! 💜
📅 Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location:
Haygood Skating Center
1036 Ferry Plantation Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23450
🎟️ Admission Donation: $25 (Advance Purchase Only)
🎉 What’s Included with Your Ticket:
- 🛼 Skate Rental
- 🎳 Bowling
- 🍕 All-You-Can-Eat Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni)
- 🥤 Unlimited Soft Drinks
- 🏰 NEW! Access to the Kids’ Playhouse – Perfect for summer break fun!
🎫 Get Your Tickets Now! Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance.
OUR SERVICES
We Love Serving Our Local Community
It is our vision that no one living with lupus or fibromyalgia will have to endure the challenges of these life-threatening illnesses alone. We envision lupus and fibromyalgia survivors uniting so their voices and needs will be heard to receive the support needed. Together we will make these invisible illnesses visible.
VOLUNTEER
Get Involved & Make a Difference!
💜 Join the Mission!
The Social Butterflies Foundation offers free programs for those affected by lupus and fibromyalgia—and we need passionate volunteers like you!
🌟 Committee Openings:
- Emergency Assistance – Help provide urgent resources
- Scholarship – Support students impacted by chronic illness
- Fundraising – Boost support and bring our community together
- Wig & Wellness – Promote confidence inside and out
- Care Outreach – Spread encouragement and support
- Support Group – Create space for healing
- Summit & Health Fair – Plan awareness events
💼 Interested in a leadership role? Apply to become a board member!
📧 Contact Crystal Solomon at csolomon@mysbf.org to learn more.
Let’s make a difference—because no one should fight alone. 💜🦋
OUR SPONSORS
Help Social Butterflies Foundation by supporting our generous sponsors who graciously donated time and resources to ensure that we can support our communities.
Join the movement to make a positive impact in our community! Your donation to our organization will help bring hope and change to those in need. Thank you for your support!