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Help Karen raise money

For participating in The 2023 ASICS Falmouth Road Race

My Story…

For those of you who know me, "athleticism" and "physical fortitude" may not be the top characteristics you associate with me (my last running partner and I used to say that if we were running any slower, we'd actually be moving backwards). But my passion for the work of Make-A-Wish has motivated me to commit to completing my very first 10k+ race (it's actually 7 miles) in order to raise money--a minimum of $1500--for this amazing organization. 

As a volunteer MAW Wish Granter and Event Support volunteer, I see the power of wishes on the lives of children and their families, and it's such an incredible honor to contribute to that experience in any way. Every time I feel challenged by my training program, I remind myself of the challenges MAW children and their families are facing, and I find perspective and determination (and sometimes, even a little more energy). 

Given that each wish costs and average of $10,000, every donation, no matter how large or small, is critically important. Please help me to reach my fundraising goal so I can help Make-A-Wish to reach theirs: creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.  

Description

Together, we create life-changing wish experiences for children with critical illnesses. Every year, approximately 500 Massachusetts and Rhode Island children are newly diagnosed with a serious illness and newly eligible for a wish. Our ultimate goal is to grant wishes for every medically eligible child in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.    

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Aug 20 Deb Gallagher $11.75
Aug 20 Lisette Dorsey $55.35
Aug 12 Rachel and Michael Joselson thanks for doing this, Karen. Best wishes. Rachel and Michael $11.75
Aug 06 Morgan Run, Karen, run! 🥰🥰🥰🥰 $55.35
Aug 06 Mu With you!* *Credit goes to Mullen Undisclosed amount
Jul 24 Pelican Pottery and Cat Sanctuary Good luck!!!! $55.35
Jul 19 Katy Smith Abbott So inspired by you, Karen! We'll all be with you in spirit (definitely in spirit)! XO $109.85
Jul 17 Barbara Hester Goooo Karen! $55.35
Jul 04 Julie Alpers So impressed with the 5Ks! Keep it going lady! And hello to fellow Laurelite - Kate Lapine. :) $109.85
Jun 26 Kathy Morse Undisclosed amount