Spike Out Cancer: A Night of Strength, Support, and Pink Overalls

Written By Beth White

In September, Habitat for Aviation proudly cheered on Abby Demar and her team at the Spike Out Cancer volleyball event at BFA St. Albans. Granny, Beth, and Taylor showed up in our signature pink overalls, ready to support both the team and the cause. The night was about more than just volleyball—it was about raising awareness for breast cancer, a cause especially meaningful to Beth, who is celebrating her third year post-treatment.

Abby’s heartfelt dedication of her event t-shirt to Beth made the night even more special. As the team played their hearts out and claimed victory, the stands were filled with energy, support, and a powerful message of resilience. The St. Albans Messenger captured the moment, featuring us in the paper, and even the mayor joined in the celebration. It was an inspiring evening, proving once again that when a community comes together, we can uplift each other in ways that truly matter.

Beth White

Education Possibilitarian, Artist, Writer, Doula, Mentor, Aviatrix, Breast Cancer Survivor, Pilot-in-Command at Habitat for Aviation

Born and raised in Vermont, Beth worked in a variety of schools in New England, including The Met, which is Big Picture Learning, flagship public high school in Providence, Rhode Island. After a decade in the classroom, Beth returned to the University of Vermont to earn a PhD in educational leadership and policy studies. She is an education possibilitarian, artist, a writer, a Doula, a mentor and aviatrix and most recently, after winning a tough battle with breast cancer, Beth founded Habitat for Aviation to inspire the next generation of airplane mechanics, avionics, specialists and pilots.

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