Help Rachel raise money

2023 will be my 4th year running the Falmouth Road Race as a member of Team Ellie, and I could not be more proud to support such an amazing local organization. I love running and I love being able to run to raise money and awareness for the Ellie Fund.

I joined Team Ellie in 2020 in the months after my mom passed away from metastatic breast cancer in December 2019. My family and I were shocked by her unexpected diagnosis and sudden passing. Losing my mom to a disease she had so gracefully beat 28 years earlier was harder than I ever could have imagined, and running became my outlet. I ran to clear my head, I ran to escape, I ran to try to breathe, and I ran to grieve. It didn’t matter where I ran or how far, I would just step out the door and go. So when the opportunity to join Team Ellie arose, it was an obvious choice to join. 

It has been over 3 years since my mom passed away, and not a day goes by that I don’t miss her – her grace, her patience, her listening ear. As my life continues to move forward, it’s hard not having her around to share in my celebrations and my tears. My mom and Joe never got to meet each other, so he is joining me on Team Ellie this year to help me honor the memory of my mom.

My mom’s strength, both physical and emotional, and courage in her battles against cancer is my inspiration to raise money, train, and run. My family was fortunate to receive care, love, and support from her team throughout her treatments and that is something I want to ensure is available to everyone. Cancer is hard enough, and no one should have to worry about life’s everyday stressors while battling. All breast cancer patients deserve love, support, and most importantly hope. I am raising money for Team Ellie to provide the much needed support to others who are battling this terrible disease.

The Ellie Fund is a local non-profit based in Needham, MA that provides essential support services for breast cancer patients to ease the stresses of everyday life, allowing the focus to be on family, recovery and healing. The Ellie Fund aims to ease some of the everyday stresses that accompany a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment plan. Donations to the Ellie Fund allow for the continuation of essential services, providing hope during a scary and uncertain time. Please consider donating if you can. 

Thank you so much for your support!! 💕