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
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Philanthropy and charitable giving is an important consideration. Many individuals and organizations are committed to sharing the importance and personal satisfaction of giving back with their time and resources. We welcome you to join our team to make a difference in the lives of the families we serve by offering countless opportunities to be involved. If you are looking to make a secure, online donation, we are a non-profit organization with 501c3 status and any amount is appreciated and tax deductible.
Featured News and Events
Fundraising Event
WooSox Gold Game
September 6 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Join us on Saturday, September 6th and help us turn Polar Park Gold for their game against the RailRaiders, the AA affiliate of the Yankees. You can purchase tickets here for the game (you’ll be taken to a separate site to purchase through the […]
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Family Event
Why Me Carnival Day
September 21 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Our annual Carnival Day, at the Haven in Rutland, will take place on Sunday September 21st from 11am-3pm. Day to include face painting, games, inflatables, crafts, and so much more! Please note that this event is for for Why Me families only (children with cancer and their families).
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Fundraising Event
Sherry’s Bowl 2025
October 4 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Join us for our annual bowling fundraiser, Sherry’s Bowl, presented by Consigli Foundation, on Saturday October 4th at Bowlero in Auburn. $400 for a lane of up to 6 bowlers, shoes included. Not a bowler but want to come enjoy the evening and help raise money for Why Me – […]
Read MoreCharitable Giving
Often the first consideration is finding a charity whose mission has personal significance to you and where your donation will have a significant impact. It seems as though, everyone know someone close to them whose life has been changed by cancer. Why Me’s continued long-term success depends on the generosity of donors like yours.
Volunteer at Why Me
The success of Why Me and it’s programs is due, in tremendous part, to the dedicated team of volunteers committed to the mission of providing love and support for families with childhood cancer. If you want to make a difference in the life of Why Me children and their families, there are many opportunities available to you.