My Fundraising Page In 2026, ll be running the Boston Marathon as part of the Brigham Stepping Strong Marathon Team ,not just to cross a finish line, but to support lifesaving research and care at Brigham & Women Hospital. Running has always been more than a sport for me. discipline, resilience, and gratitude. As a father of two, health is no longer an abstract idea s personal. about being present, strong, and giving back to institutions that truly change lives. Brigham & Women Hospital is a global leader in medical research and patient care. Through the Stepping Strong Center, they transform innovation into real impact for patients and families every single day. Im honored to run in support of that mission. This journey requires commitment both on the road and through fundraising. Every donation, no matter the amount, directly supports critical research and programs that help people live longer, healthier lives. If you can run the miles with me, I invite you to run this mission alongside me by making a donation. Your support means more than you know and I promise to carry it with me every step of the way to Boylston Street. Thank you for believing in this cause and for being part of my Boston Marathon journey. With gratitude, Michel
Standing near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013, Gillian Reny's life changed forever. A senseless act of violence left her with traumatic injuries, but the efforts of a multidisciplinary medical team at Brigham and Women's Hospital saved her life and legs. In gratitude, her family established The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at the Brigham, where today, Gillian's strength drives a relentless pursuit to transform how we prevent, treat, and recover from traumatic injury, the leading cause of death for people ages 44 and younger in the United States.
The Stepping Strong Center unites healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community members to revolutionize trauma care and rebuild lives. Here's how:
The Stepping Strong Center unites healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community members to revolutionize trauma care and rebuild lives. Here's how:
- Fuel Research: We support clinical studies and collaborative projects that accelerate solutions and improve trauma patient outcomes
- Reimagine Care: We embrace the latest research to redefine best practices and transform trauma care for survivors
- Advance Education: We train the next generation of trauma leaders and empower the public to respond to trauma
- Inspire Advocacy: We champion trauma survivors and injury prevention by raising awareness, supporting policy iniatives, and improving public safety
When you support a member of the Stepping Strong Boston Marathon Team, you're helping us turn tragedy into hope for civilian and military heroes who have suffered devestating traumatic injuries. As a solely philanthropically funded center, we depend on generous donations like yours to sustain our life-changing programs and iniatives.
Thank you for supporting this extraordinary group of runners and continuing to honor the Boston Strong spirit that still defines our city today. Learn more about the Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at the Brigham: www.bwhsteppingstrong.org
Qualified runners are encouraged to join our team as well.
Brigham and Women's Hospital is a proud partner of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program.
Achievements
Self-Gift Badge
I'm a runner and a Brigham donor!
Personal Progress:
of Goal
$823
Raised
$10,000.00
Honor Roll
Anonymous
$50
Anonymous
Anonymous
$26
Eastern Builders Co
$250
Heather Kahn
Jason Wellemeyer
$100
Jeanne Gunther
$50
Matheus Silva
$30
Mr. Michel Santos
$26
Mr. Michel Santos
$14
Mr. Michel Santos
$10
Mr. Mohan J
Mr. Nathan Lopes
$15
Mr. Raj Macha
$26
Rajesh panigrahi
$26
The Adzima Family
$50
