At the Better Sweat Foundation
We believe building a family shouldn’t be a financial impossibility. Through grants and community support, The Better Sweat Foundation hopes to make parenthood a reality for those facing the high cost of fertility treatments.
About Us
Officially established in 2021, the Better Sweat Foundation was founded on the idea that financial constraints should not be the limiting factor in expanding a family. So many people find themselves in need of fertility treatment, which can be cost-prohibitive even with insurance.
When Matt and Lynn April, co-owners of a private fitness facility called Bent On Better, found themselves in need of fertility treatment, they were so grateful that their treatments were covered by insurance. Recognizing this was a privilege that not many folks have, they decided to hold their first fitness fundraiser in April 2017 just before their son turned a year old and donate all of the proceeds to a local couple in need of financial assistance.
Our Impact
Since 2017, what started as a simple idea has grown into a movement. Through The Better Sweat Foundation, Matt and Lynn have built a partnership with Bent On Better to help fund grants, a volunteer team of dedicated gym members and community volunteers who organize raffles and giveaways, and a gym community that shows up year after year to support this cause.
As of 2024, 8 families. 8 babies. Over $21,000 in grants awarded.
Because hope should never have a price tag—and every family deserves a chance to grow.
Our Progress
Thank you to our amazing community and partners over the years. A special thank you to our 2024 sponsors and community partners.
Fresh April Flours | Ann Morroney of NextHome Brandywine (R.E. Lic. #RS315667)
Kathy Mann, Disney Travel Agent with Creating Magic Vacations
The Pelvic Room | Perinatal Partners | Jackson Cross Partners
Morris Brothers Investments | The Movement Paradigm
and the amazing community at Bent On Better personal training.
2025 Partnerships
sponsorship enrollment now open for 2025. Forms must be completed by March 31, 2025.
Head Volunteers
- Beverly P.
- Ann M.
- Susan R.
- Kathy M.
- Skye M.
Over $21k in Grants
Grants from the Better Sweat Foundation alone helped fund fertility treatments for 8 couples.
Our Progress
Couples We Have Helped
Krista & Michelle
“We can’t thank Bent On Better enough for helping us on our fertility journey! Before applying for the grant, we had been going through fertility treatments – unsuccessfully – for over 2 years. We were about tapped out – emotionally, mentally and certainly financially – and ready to give up. Being selected for the Sweat for a Cause grant gave us another chance and we will forever be grateful. It allowed us to continue our journey which brought us our son, Luca, making our family complete. Luca is now a happy, healthy and hilarious 3-year-old. He brings a ton of energy and joy into our home — and loves making his mommies laugh on a daily basis!
The work that Matt, Lynn and the whole Bent On Better ([and Better Sweat Foundation]) team do for infertility awareness and fundraising is amazing. And their unrelenting positivity and understanding of the journey made it that much better. Again, thank you so much!!” -Krista & Michelle
Jessica & Andrew
“In 2019, we were ready to build our family. Unfortunately, our journey to parenthood was filled with loss and heartache. Dr. Orris and the Main Line Fertility team were determined to get us our baby. We started with several medicated cycles and IUI procedures. After another devastating miscarriage, we knew IVF was our next step. Neither of us had fertility coverage, so we prepared ourselves for the huge cost of treatment. In 2021, we are so thankful we found Matt, Lynn, and the Bent On Better team. We were selected to receive their yearly grant. The generosity and support we received from the B.O.B. team was incredible. The grant made it possible for us to undergo IVF treatment. After a many year fertility journey, we were blessed with a healthy baby boy in July, 2022. To all of the families also on their fertility journey and trying to start or grow their family, we are rooting for you.” – Jessica & Andrew
Taylor & Brad
“Words cannot express how thankful we are for Dr. Bloom, her staff at Main Line Fertility, Matt and Lynn and the entire B.O.B. team who make Sweat for a Cause possible and giving us Hannah. She is the sweetest kid on earth, and we can see firsthand how IVF makes the world a better place because of her! The grant we received was truly a light for us during a very dark period of time in our lives. Before receiving it we weren’t sure how we were going to make things work financially, so it took a lot of weight off of our shoulders and allowed us to focus on remaining healthy and stress free. Again, we will never be able to adequately express how thankful we are to B.O.B. and the Better Sweat Foundation for her helping to make our dreams of becoming parents a reality! ” – Taylor & Brad
Steve & Amy
“We went through four years of infertility treatments, with a few heartbreaking results. Despite feelings of hopelessness and frustration, we remained determined to bring a child into the world. Our family is forever grateful for getting involved with Bent on Better and the Sweat For A Cause fundraiser. The workout was a blast, and Matt brings his unique brand of energy and creativity so that everyone, regardless of fitness level, can participate fully. The memories and friendships we made that day gave us the lift we needed to press on. We wouldn’t have our beautiful children, Erin and Jack, if not for the passion and encouragement Matt, Lynn, and the entire Bent On Better community gave us.” – Steve & Amy
The Beekleys
“In early 2017 we were deep into our fertility journey. We were patients at Mainline Fertility, and each month ended with no positive pregnancy test. Unfortunately, neither of our health insurances covered fertility treatments so we were racking up a lot of out-of-pocket expenses trying to start our family. We learned through friends of friends that a local couple was looking to host a fundraiser to support a couple who were struggling through their fertility journey. We wrote a letter to Matt and Lynn and shared our story with them and when they reached out that we were selected, we both cried! We were so grateful an excited to meet Matt and Lynn in person.
We got to participate in the first Bent On Better Sweat For a Cause Event! The generosity and outpour of support was amazing. Shortly after Lynn and Matt delivered us a check that we could use towards our fertility journey, we found out that our fifth round of IUIs was successful and we were pregnant! We waited until we “graduated” from Mainline Fertility (roughly 8 weeks) and reached out to Matt and Lynn with the great news! At that point, we let them know we wanted to return the funds to them to put towards the next couple in need. Matt, Lynn and the B.O.B. community not only provided financial support to grow our family, but continued to reach out, checked in on us as we waited for our Taylor to get here. We are excited to support the Sweat for a Cause Event to help other couples who are navigating their infertility journey and hope that the financial support helps elevate some of the stress.” – Nikki & Herb
Join the Movement
With your generosity, we can help those who wish to expand their families but find financial limitations to be the last step in doing so. Your support will give them the ability to fund their treatments and begin the steps to bring home the missing piece (or pieces) to their family.