The 31st annual Sea Girt 5K in August will benefit The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting New Jersey families affected by childhood cancer.
Emiliana's Hope is so close to my heart. Emiliana passed away from cancer at such a young age, she was a beautiful soul and changed everyone's life that she touched. CLICK HERE for her story!
If you're a parent this hits so hard and close to home. My heart breaks for these families. I can't even imagine the sadness they're going through. It's our time to help them out as much as we can together as a community.
Emiliana's Hope is a foundation formed in honor of Emiliana Rose O'Brien. Emiliana was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Emiliana courageously endured harsh chemotherapy, radiation, and experimental drugs, but the cancer was too aggressive. Emiliana passed away on December 1, 2015 at only 13 years old, she never gave up HOPE!
It has been a long four years for McKenzy Hupke, who has spent most of her time as a teenager battling obstacle after obstacle, but never losing sight of the gifts she has to offer the world — especially in her home state.