Why I am running for SMILE Mass?
I am lucky enough to be running my favorite road race, the Falmouth Road Race, with one of my favorite charities, SMILE Mass, once again! Last year, I won a free entry into the road race via a lottery due to your generous donations! I am honored to have the bonus opportunity to fundraise again for SMILE Mass, amazing local charity that makes recreational and vacation opportunities more accessible for people with disabilities and families with people with disabilities. Please consider helping us reach our fundraising goals! #WeRunForThoseWhoCan’t
Description
SMILE Mass is excited to be participating in our 15th Falmouth Road Race on August 17th 2025.
The Falmouth event is one of SMILE Mass' favorite events as the crowd, the course and the scenery are all breathtaking. The 7 mile course is challenging to say the least but the enthusiasm of the crowd, the incredible views of the ocean with waves crashing beside and the thrill of running as part of the SMILE Mass team is beyond description.
The mission of SMILE Mass is to help families raising children or adults with disabilities enjoy happy, healthy memories through vacation and recreation experiences. We run for those who can't.
Over the last 14 years, SMILE Mass has:
* Donated over 180 floating beach wheelchairs to public beaches throughout New England making the joy of a day at the beach to be accessible for all.
*Created an Equipment Loaner Program that allows families to borrow adapted equipment free of charge for a day, a week, or longer.
* Purchased and opened an accessible beach rental in Truro, MA (Cape Cod) so families can enjoy a beach vacation.
* Built several accessible playgrounds in Metrowest area of Massachusetts.
None of this could have been accomplished without support from caring individuals just like you! Together we can build a world where everyone belongs despite disability. Visit our page at www.smilemass.org or watch our heartwarming video that aired on WCVB-5 for Good to donate or learn more about our mission.
Thank you from the bottom of our heart,
Lotte, Susan and the rest of the SMILE Mass Team
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Aug 12 | Dupes and Kate | $55.35 |
Aug 12 | Lauren Crossley | $17.20 |
Aug 12 | Anonymous | $200.00 |
Aug 06 | Jen and Tom | Undisclosed amount |
Jun 22 | Anonymous | $100.00 |