Thank you so much for visiting my fundraising page and supporting me on this meaningful journey! I am thrilled to share that I will be running the 2025 Boston Marathon with The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center, with a goal of raising $10,000 for this remarkable organization that holds a special place in my heart.

I am running in honor of my Uncle Donald, who unexpectedly passed away due to complications from a fall. His memory inspires me to make a difference, and I want to carry forward his legacy of kindness and compassion by supporting the vital work of the Stepping Strong Center, which helps individuals recover from traumatic injuries.

The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation aims to catalyze trauma innovation for injured civilians and military heroes through multidisciplinary investigative collaborations across the continuum of trauma care, from prevention to treatment and recovery. Stepping Strong-funded initiatives are making a profound impact on trauma survivors and their families worldwide. The center has raised more than $30 million to fuel trauma research, advance education, build community, and inspire advocacy. But much more needs to be done.Trauma is a neglected global epidemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control:

• Trauma is the number one cause of death for people 44 or younger, ahead of cancer and heart disease.

• Traumatic injuries comprise 40% of visits to emergency departments.

• More than $2 trillion per year is spent on decreased productivity, work loss, and medical costs due to traumatic injuries.

• Despite the significant burden of trauma, less than 2% of federal funding is allocated toward trauma research, inhibiting our ability to understand how to prevent, treat, and improve recovery from traumatic injury.

• The Stepping Strong Center remains committed to serving as a leader in trauma research and innovation to bridge this gap and advance the field of trauma care. When you support a member of the Brigham's Stepping Strong Boston Marathon Team, you are helping the center turn tragedy into hope for civilians and military heroes worldwide who have suffered devastating traumatic injuries.

Your generosity will help fund groundbreaking research, innovative treatments, and essential support services for those who need it most. Together, we can truly make a difference in the lives of many facing similar challenges. Every donation, no matter how small, brings me one step closer to my goal and helps create a brighter future for those affected by trauma.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Your support means the world!Learn more about the Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at the Brigham: www.bwhsteppingstrong.org