Lakeshore foundation
The chapter names six pillars: The Beard, Charity, Community, Family, Respect and Loyalty. Its motto is “This Pride is our FAMILY.”
Our story
Brotherhood with a purpose.
Bearded Villains Lakeshore is a chapter built around friendship, character, inclusion and the belief that people can be brought together through charitable action and kindness.
The mission
See with the heart.
BVLS says its nonprofit family works to create awareness for charities, fundraise, assist the community and encourage people to recognize where they can help those around them.
Inclusive by principle
The chapter’s published mission says its family is free of discrimination based on race, religion, creed or sexuality and believes in the betterment of mankind through education and kindness.
The wider brotherhood
From social media to a worldwide family.
The wider Bearded Villains organization traces its beginning to 2014 in Los Angeles, founded by Fred Ramirez, known as Von Knox, with the goal of uniting bearded men of character across cultures and communities.
Loyalty, honour and respect
The broader organization’s published mission centres on fraternity, charity, kindness and respect toward all people.
Visit global Bearded VillainsLakeshore’s founding group
BVLS credits its founding path to Dan Cummins, Marcelo Marziali, Nigel Woods, Nima Oghanian, Kevin Duncan and honorary member Matthew Jackson, each taking on early chapter roles.
Meet the Lakeshore membersFamilies aren’t always born to each other. Sometimes, you find your way into each other’s lives.Adapted from BVLS’s Founding Fathers story
The chapter in action
The story matters because the work follows it.
See how Lakeshore turns brotherhood into community presence and charitable support.
Community & charity