Meet the Team

  • John Lucsko

    Volunteer President

    At the age of 12, I lost my Mother to breast cancer. In 2007, I lost two sisters within 2 months of each other to cancer. To say this disease has affected my life is an understatement; and I always wanted to do something to make a difference. I previously served on the board of the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Cancer Society - but it wasn’t enough. When another family member was diagnosed at such a young age, I knew it was time to take action to help others.

  • Amy Lucsko

    Volunteer Treasurer

    Giving back. I believe it is the responsibility of each and every one of us. The creation of this organization was a huge calling to me - and there was no way I wasn’t going to answer that call. Giving and helping others is so fulfilling and good for the soul!

  • Brian Ralicki

    Volunteer Vice President

    This organization has quickly shown me how I can help so many in their most difficult time. Knowing that my involvement is making someone else’s life a little bit easier is worth the sacrifice.

  • Beth Papotnik

    Volunteer Secretary

    Cancer impacts or has impacted everyone, in some way, shape or form. The helpless feeling you have when you see someone struggling, is a feeling you will never shake. This is one tiny role I can have, to try and help someone. It’s just the right thing to do.

  • Breakaway From Cancer Board

  •  John Lucsko, Volunteer President

    Retired Compliance Consultant/CRA Manager 

  • Brian Ralicki, Volunteer Vice President

    President /CEO of Champion Construction, LLC

  • Beth Papotnik, Volunteer Secretary

    Educator, 7th Grade Science Teacher

  • Amy Lucsko, Volunteer Treasurer

    Self-Employed, Accounting/Bookkeeping

  • Kacey Kobza, AVP, Retail Project Manager-TBK Bank

    Volunteer Board Member

  • Karen Bisko,

    Vice President of Philanthropy – Catholic Charities

  • Joe Hull 

    Culinary Support Specialist and Training Coordinator – Eat N Park

  • Justin Garwood

    Owner – Garwood Arena

  • Elisabeth Erickson-Noe

    Founder & Co-Owner – Dreamer Horses and Mesa Beef