On May 15th, we celebrated our 40th anniversary and revealed our newly renovated playground. During the event, Sherry's dad, Terry, was … [Read More...]
Love and Support for Families with Childhood Cancer
Why Me is a grass roots non-profit organization dedicated to providing love and support services to families with childhood cancer. Created and run in part by parents that lived this experience first-hand, the dedicated staff and volunteers understand what families with a pediatric cancer patient need and are passionate about services provided. Our support begins the moment your child is diagnosed and is available throughout every step of your child’s treatment and beyond. Based in Worcester, Massachusetts, Why Me is the vision of thirteen year old Sherry Shepherd, and the promise by those who loved her to keep her dream alive.
Calling all Young Professionals – Don’t miss your chance to connect, collaborate, and contribute to a cause that truly matters! Join us for our next networking event on Thursday October 9th from 6-8pm at Bay State Brewery in Worcester. Evening will include food and cash bar. Tickets are $25 per […]
Read MoreTerror on Tory Fort is a multi-yard haunt on Tory Fort Lane in Worcester. Stroll through their haunted happenings and make a donation in support of Why Me. Use the form below if you visited the Tory Fort and want to make a donation. A few things to know: *Lights, […]
Read MoreWhy Me families will stroll the grounds at Sherry’s House for our annual Halloween Stroll. Evening includes crafts, games, candy and more! Costumes highly encouraged. Questions? Email Danielle at dsikonski@whyme.org * Please note that this event is for Why Me kids and their immediate family only.
Read MoreWhy Me offers financial and emotional support services based on the unique needs of each specific family so each member can understand and manage the changes that pediatric cancer will inevitably bring throughout the course of treatment.
Since Why Me provides its families with a number of services, there are a variety of ways someone can get involved with our organization. From baking cookies to volunteering to fundraising, lending a hand to our community is simple and catered to what you are comfortable doing. We make it simple.
On May 15th, we celebrated our 40th anniversary and revealed our newly renovated playground. During the event, Sherry's dad, Terry, was … [Read More...]