Our story…
Sherry Shepherd wished for the little things that would help children with cancer pass the long and scary hours at the hospital: a teddy bear to hug, videos to watch, or a book to read. Her compassion was far beyond her years, even while fighting her own four year battle with caner, she always though about helping other sick children. Sherry was only thirteen when she passed away but her dream of helping children is still carried out today, over three decades later.
For the last 36 years, Why Me has worked tirelessly to provide compassionate care to our local childhood cancer community. Our services range from hospital visits with coffee and donuts, to support groups with a hot meal and warm welcome, as well as family fun events bringing families together to create memories. Why Me has created a supportive community for these families when they need it most. We have become a fixture in the lives of nearly 650 families battling childhood cancer in the New England area because of generous support of donors like you.
Description
Why Me is a Worcester based non-profit organization created to help Central New England families cope with childhood cancer. Why Me is not affiliated with any national organization. We offer all encompassing support services and programs, families find the tools and assistance needed to manage these changes. We offer family fun events, dinners, group outings, summer camp and other programs, support groups, logistical and financial support, staff visits whether at home, hospital or clinic.
Team members
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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                                                      John SchnareRaised: $5,775.00 
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                                                      Debra ShearRaised: $3,436.00 
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                                                      Ellen KaneRaised: $3,143.10 
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                                                      Danielle SikonskiRaised: $3,058.00 
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                                                      Jeremy LambertRaised: $2,800.00 
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                                                      Jenny FoleyRaised: $2,250.00 
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                                                      Erica ShearRaised: $1,722.35 
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                                                      Jon Paul St GermainRaised: $1,240.00 
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                                                      Michelle HuntRaised: $1,221.00 
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                                                      Eric KuczarskiRaised: $1,125.00 
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                                                      Michelle BourgetRaised: $745.55 
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                                                      SAMANTHA ROSERaised: $550.00 
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                                                      Erin WolcheskyRaised: $0.00 
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                                                      John SchnareRaised: $0.00 
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                                                      Michael SikonskiRaised: $0.00 
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                                                      Rebecca KuczarskiRaised: $0.00 Team captain 
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                                                      Shirley SchnareRaised: $0.00 
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                                                      Timothy ScottRaised: $0.00 
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount | 
|---|---|---|
| Aug 13 | Peg Bermani | $25.00 | 
| Aug 13 | Eileen Perron | $50.00 | 
| Aug 13 | Charlene Brenner | $50.00 | 
| Aug 13 | Christina Olson | $25.00 | 
| Aug 13 | Eileen Perron | $100.00 | 
| Aug 13 | Eileen Perron | $50.00 | 
| Aug 12 | Laraine Lacob | $28.10 | 
| Aug 11 | James Garvey | $50.00 | 
| Aug 11 | John Perron | $25.00 | 
| Aug 11 | Shea Healy | $50.00 | 
 
             
                                    
                
                                    