Why I'm running in support of AAFA New England
Hi, I’m Megan Brown, and this August, I’ll be running the Falmouth Road Race in honor of my beloved husband, Michael (Brownie) Brown.
Mike passed away tragically after being stung by a wasp in October 2023. He had no prior history of allergies. No warning signs. He was healthy, happy, and full of life - an amazing dad of two boys, Miles and Calvin, and a loving husband. In moments like that, the difference between life and death can often come down to access to life-saving tools—like epinephrine (EpiPens)—and the education to recognize the signs and act quickly.
That’s why I’ve joined the AAFA New England Falmouth Road Race Team. Their work advocating for better education, access, and awareness around asthma and allergic reactions is essential. It’s personal to me, but it’s also a message that applies to everyone: this could happen to anyone. The more we share, the more we can equip people, families, schools, and communities to be prepared—and ultimately, to save lives.
Running 7 miles isn’t easy for me. Grief is not easy. But every step I take in this race is about honoring Brownie and making sure others don’t have to face the same tragedy.
I’m running to raise funds, raise awareness, and hopefully, raise a little hope.
Your support, whether through a donation or sharing my story, means the world to me. Together, we can make a difference. Thank you so much for being part of this journey with me.
Description
I am excited to be part of AAFA New England's 2025 ASICS Falmouth Road Race Team!
AAFA New England helps the community of people in New England who are impacted by allergic diseases and asthma, through educational programming, public awareness, support for research and legislative advocacy.
This is AAFA New England's FOURTH Falmouth Road Race team. I am eager to help them continue their important work.
All donations towards my fundraising goal are greatly appreciated - Thank you!
Learn more about AAFA New England: www.asthmaandallergies.org
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Mar 24 | Catherine Garrick | $50.00 |
Mar 24 | Lauren Vukota | $25.00 |
Mar 24 | Amanda Clampitt | $10.00 |
Mar 24 | Deb Gouveia | $109.85 |
Mar 24 | The Celellas | $50.00 |