The first annual 100 Mile Ruck March Challenge took place in July and raised over $73,000 for Why Me. This is a military inspired event, … [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.
This year is the 50th running of the Falmouth Road Race. To celebrate this milestone year we have signed on 26 incredible individuals to take on this 7 mile seaside course. The Falmouth course consists of the first three miles being narrow, hilly, winding tree-shaded roads, while the last four […]
Read MoreWhy Me families, join us at our annual Carnival Day on Sunday August 21st at the 228 in Sterling, from 11am-3pm. Day to include dunk tank, inflatables, BBQ lunch, gelato, pony rides, face painting and so much more! Come for an hour or stay all day. You’ll get a chance […]
Read MoreThe Vernon Hill American Legion Riders Chapter 435 are holding their 2nd annual Lego Ride for Kids with Cancer on Sunday August 28, 2022. Registration is from 9:30am-11am | Kickstands up at 11:30am | Entry Fee: A new unwrapped Lego set or $20 per person. Not a rider, no problem! […]
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.
The first annual 100 Mile Ruck March Challenge took place in July and raised over $73,000 for Why Me. This is a military inspired event, … [Read More...]
Summer HoursFor the duration of summer, our office hours are changing. We will be open from Monday through Friday, 9am - 3pm. If you are looking to make an in-person donation and need to drop it off after hours, give our office a call, {508.757.7734} the day before to see if we can accommodate the request. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. |