Each year after the holiday rush has settled, in the quiet months of winter, Why Me hosts a weekend retreat for parents who have lost a … [Read More...]
Love and Support for Families with Childhood Cancer
About Why Me
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.
Featured News and Events
Fundraising Event
Why Me All Stars vs Bruins Alumni Game Tickets
April 8 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come on down to the DCU Center in Worcester on Sunday April 8th to cheer on the Why Me All Stars as they take on the Boston Bruins Alumni. Puck drops at 12:15pm – don’t miss out! Tickets are $16 each and $2 from every ticket purchased will be donated […]
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Fundraising Event
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament
April 7
UPDATE: Tickets are no longer available online but can be purchased at the door the day of. $100 to play, registration open at 3pm. Join us for the 10th annual Why Me Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament held at Mechanics Hall in the Washburn Room on Saturday, April 7, 2018. […]
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Fundraising Event
You Gotta Have Heart Dinner, Dance & Auction
April 28
Join us at the 29th Annual “You Gotta Have Heart” Dinner & Dance on April 28th at the Beechwood Hotel starting at 6pm. Evening to include live & silent auction, raffle, games, dancing to live music by The Continentals, buffet dinner, Why Me child guest of honor and so much […]
Read MoreFamily Services
Why 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.
Get Involved
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.