Most of you know Danielle Bordenave as the powerhouse behind SPARK45, the woman who shows up every day to make others stronger, in body, mind, and spirit. What many don’t know is that Danielle is now facing breast cancer for the second time.

Three years ago, she beat breast cancer on one side. This time, doctors caught it early, DCIS Stage 0, which means it hasn’t spread and is very treatable. The good news: it was found before it invaded. The tough part: it still means surgery, several weeks of radiation, and taking time off from her busy life running SPARK45, physical therapy practice and fitness studio.

As a self-employed small business owner, Danielle doesn’t have paid time off and faces a large medical deductible, along with the challenge of keeping her business running while she heals. This fundraiser will help cover those medical costs, allow her to take time to rest and recover, and also help pay off the debt she’s still carrying from her first battle with breast cancer, a time when she wasn’t willing to ask for help.

If you know Danielle, you know she’s usually the first to lend a hand, volunteer, or cheer someone on and the last to ask for anything in return. She’s a pillar of the Carpinteria community, volunteering for CDog, Lotusland, and local nonprofits, and showing up for anyone who needs support. Through her physical therapy practice, she’s helped countless people heal and regain their strength. Through SPARK45, she’s built more than just a fitness studio, she’s built a family, showing up six days a week to lift up and inspire her clients.

Her kindness and creativity extend far beyond her work. Danielle paints kindness rocks and donates them to cancer survivors and domestic violence organizations, spreading hope and love through her art. She also started the beloved Carp Caterpillar during COVID — a project that brought joy to the entire community and even teaches mahjong classes, bringing people together for laughter and connection.

And, of course, she’s a devoted dog mom to her Labradoodle, Otis, who never leaves her side.

Now it’s our turn to rally around Danielle, the woman who has given so much of herself to others — and give her the support she needs to heal fully and without added financial stress.

Funds raised will help Danielle:

If you’ve ever taken a SPARK45 class, been cared for by Danielle’s healing hands, played a round of mahjong with her, or simply been touched by her kindness, please consider donating or sharing this campaign.

Let’s come together to give back to the woman who has given so much to Carpinteria.