My team
My Story…
Running for the Kids
This August, Kate and I are excited to return to the start line at the 2026 Falmouth Road Race.
We are proud to run in support of Live4Evan, an organization that provides free temporary housing to families whose children are receiving congenital cardiac care at Boston Children's Hospital. When a child's heart needs healing, the last thing a parent should have to worry about is where they'll sleep that night. Live4Evan's seven patient-family apartments — located steps from Boston Children's — give families the gift of being present, without the added burden of cost or distance.
This cause is a wonderful one. My brother, sister in law, and now Kate are or have been connected to Boston Children's Hospital for decades— through training, through work, and through an unwavering belief in the mission of pediatric healthcare. They have seen firsthand the difference it makes when a caregiver can simply be there at the bedside and the care that is provided is incredible.
Live4Evan was founded in memory of Evan Girardi, a young man who lived fully despite being born with a congenital heart defect, and whose legacy now shelters the families of children fighting similar battles. Over eight years of Falmouth Road Race fundraising, the Live4Evan community has raised more than $720,000 — and the need continues to grow.
Thank you for running with us and considering a contribution of any size.
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ABOUT US: The Live4Evan Organization was formed out of a desire to recognize and support the critical relationship between a child and their loved ones. We believe that there is no greater gift to be given than a parent’s love to a child. We understand the importance of staying by a child’s side without having to worry about the additional burdens that life can place on us. And so, our organization works tirelessly to provide financial and emotional support to families by providing them with temporary housing while their child receives congenital cardiac treatment.
The Falmouth Road Race has been a crucial fundraiser for Live4Evan for the past 8 years. Over this time, the Live4Evan team members have collectively raised over $720,000. Thanks in large part to these efforts, Live4Evan is currently providing SEVEN patient-family apartments for families traveling to Boston for pediatric cardiac care. These apartments are next to Boston Children's Hospital and offer calm and comfort in the midst of such a difficult time. The close proximity to the hospital ensures that caretakers can be at their loved ones bedside in a moment's notice. The need for patient-family housing is critical and Live4Evan is committed to increasing our apartment portfolio in order to help additional families.
OUR STORY: Live4Evan was founded in memory of Evan Girardi, who passed away his senior year of college from a heart arrhythmia. Evan was born with a congenital heart defect (CHD) known as Corrected L-Transposition of the Great Arteries. Despite his heart condition, Evan lived his life to the fullest. Rather than allow Evan’s passing to put an end to the life and legacy that Evan had built, his friends and family formed Live4Evan to serve as a testament to the power of relationships and the importance of having loved ones by your side.
Watch our video to learn more about the Live4Evan Organization by clicking HERE or by visiting our website.
DONATE: If you would like to make a donation, support one of our runners below or send a check to LIVE4EVAN at P.O. Box 845 Hopkinton, MA 01748
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29 | Dawn Helms | $55.35 |
| Jun 29 | Brady Bunch | $55.35 |
| Jun 28 | Ted and Dawn Heneberry | $109.85 |
| Jun 28 | Rebecca Ehrhardt | Undisclosed amount |
| Jun 28 | Rod Dillman | $109.85 |
| Jun 28 | Lisa Deane & Steve Dominick | $109.85 |
| Jun 27 | Suzy Daubner | $109.85 |
