Michelle's Fundraising Page

In 2021, I suddenly and unexpectedly lost my 8-month old son Sami, likely due to an undetermined cardiac event that was not previously detected and likely could not have been prevented. While seeking a grief community in the wake of his loss, I realized that there were so many bereaved parents and caretakers experiencing the same pain. 

One of these families belonged to Francesca, the namesake for Team Beans, who suffered from infant brain cancer. She died just weeks before Sami, but instead of having a carefree nine months of life, she spent much of it in cancer treatment. 

There was nothing we could do to help Sami and never had to see him suffer. For parents who have lost their children to cancer, that is not the case. In Sami's honor, I want to help kids like those he has likely befriended on the other side of life, and make sure nobody else knows this pain. This is part of a larger project to do good and make an impact in the world that Sami only had eight short months in, which you can learn more about here: https://www.wcpo.com/marketplace/positively-cincinnati/wyoming-businesses-pay-tribute-to-local-boy-who-lived-a-lot-in-a-short-time

Dana-Farber runners set the pace in the fight against cancer by raising funds to support groundbreaking research and extraordinary patient care. Thanks to your support, Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund continue to race toward the ultimate finish line: a world without cancer.

Every mile and each donation make a powerful difference because it's not a single act—it's part of a movement of an entire community of supporters. Everyone in this community is an important partner in The Dana-Farber Campaign, the Institute's ambitious, multi-year fundraising effort to prevent, treat, and defy cancer. The Dana-Farber Campaign will accelerate the Institute's strategic priorities by supporting revolutionary science, extraordinary care, and exceptional expertise.  

Each donation during The Dana-Farber Campaign, no matter the size, adds up to provide patients with compassionate, personalized care and keeps Dana-Farber at the forefront of cancer medicine. When you support my efforts, you are a part of this transformative effort. 

Thank you for your support!