Jean Del Vecchio's Fundraising Page
Page Creator: Jean Del Vecchio
Event: Boston Marathon 2008
Event Starts: Apr 21, 2008
Training buddies: Gayle Chatlosh, Sherree Lenkarski, Gail Steingisser
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Haley, me, and Abby at the Pasta Dinner
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Massachusetts General Hospital Massachusetts General Hospital
Our Mission is to provide the highest quality care to individuals and to the community, to advance care through excellence in biomedical research, and to educate future academic and practice leaders of...
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Fundraising target: $3,500
So far we have raised: $4,705.00
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Hi Everyone!

As I'm sure you've heard, I just recently ran the 2008 Boston Marathon!!! As a member of the MassGeneral Marathon Team ran the Boston Marathon to raise money to support pediatric cancer research at the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children. The funds raised by our marathon team support research into the causes of childhood cancer and help to initiate effective new treatments for young patients.

I just wanted to update everyone also introduce you to our Patient Partner, Haley! My running buddy, Sherree and I, requested to be Patient Partners together, and then we found out that we had been paired up with Haley. Haley is almost 5 and was diagnosed in September of 2007 with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. A few months ago we had the opportunity of meeting Haley and her family. Her parents, Jonh and Jen, warmly welcomed us into their home, as their 4 enthusiastic and lovable little girls greeted us and continued to make us smile. Haley and Abby (in the dark red shirt) performed for us, as Megan (far right) chatted with us about books, and Katie (far left) snuggled up next to me on the couch. The girls were outgoing and energetic! Haley's parents later told us that even when her counts are low, Haley remains in good spirits and loves getting right in the middle of it all while she plays with her sisters - and it was great to see it! There are no words to express just how honored Sherree and I feel to be running the marathon in support of Haley and her family. Haley is one very brave little girl and her strength and courage continue to inspire us.

The marathon was a few Mondays ago - April 21st and it was an amazing day! Beautiful weather - sunny and breezy out - perfect running weather!The run itself was good, although I can't really remember much of the last 6 miles. At that point it really is mind over matter. But the rest of the run was just so much fun! People were cheering our names the entire 26 miles! I also cannot even begin to describe the emotions I felt before, during, and after it. It was an amazing experience that I'll never forget! The night before it, MassGeneral had a big Pasta Dinner for all the runners, our families, as well the families of our Patient Partners. Haley and her sisters were so excited to see us again! We then saw them all at Mile 20 the next day during the marathon. They greeted us with lots of good hugs - and at mile 20 we needed them! My parents were there too! When we finally rounded the corner, turning onto Boylston Steet, and we saw the big FINISH LINE banner, my friends and I grabbed hands and ran the last few blocks to the finish. I just remember jumping on the little red timing pad as I crossed the finish line thinking, "Wow, I really did it!"

Thank you again so so much for all of your support, generosity, and encouragement. I really couldn't have done this without you and I can't thank you enough. Please continue to send Haley your positive thoughts.
With lots of love and gratitude,
Jean





Just a reminder - donating through site is really simple, fast and completely secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to my fundraising efforts. Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!

If you prefer to donate by mail, checks can be made payable to Massachusetts General Hospital and mailed to my attention at:

Jean Del Vecchio
2 Corinne Road Apt. #1
Brighton, MA 02135

Thanks again!



Online Sponsors to date:
Display Name Date Amount  Comment
Handley-Hoar's 4/26/2008 $50.00 Yay Jean! 
Sandy & Josh 4/20/2008 $25.00 We're so proud of you! Go Jean!!! 
The Joshi Family 4/20/2008 $50.00 Best of Luck ! 
Bethy 4/19/2008 $25.00 Yay! 
Mike Kelly 4/17/2008 $25.00 Good luck Jean! 
The Molyneaux's 4/17/2008 $50.00 Thanks so much for Honoring Haley. You go girl!!! 
Megan McCafferty 4/17/2008 $25.00 Go Jean! Kudos to your dedication and thanks for supporting Haley! 
Alison 4/14/2008 $25.00 Good luck Jean! You're doing such a great thing! 
The Jacob family 4/11/2008 $25.00 Good luck and thank you for doing this in honor of such a special little girl! We love you Haley!! 
Pennie 4/9/2008 $25.00 Good Luck we will be thinking of you! 
Jack Scharn 3/29/2008 $25.00  
Zoe 3/29/2008 $30.00 ~Thank you for running for our friend Haley~ Zoe, Mike, Zara, Tessa & Charlie 
Jen and Madeline Shea 3/29/2008 $25.00 What a great cause for such a great little girl!!!! 
Sarah San Clemente 3/28/2008 $50.00 Good Luck Jean and Sherree, this is an amazing thing to do for Haley who is terrific friend of ours! 
Ryan and Brooke Donovan 3/28/2008 $30.00 Good Luck with the run!! Haley is such a wonderful little girl. 
Taylor Barbaro 3/28/2008 $20.00 For Haley being an inspiration to everyone. Good luck with your run!  
The Jaffe Family 3/24/2008 $10.00 For Haley and her family with their amazing strength. 
Eliot Spitzer 3/15/2008 $15.00 Will helping the children help to clear my name? Good luck, Jean! 
Katie McDonough 3/13/2008 $25.00 This is awesome, Jean. Have a great race! 
Chris Reilly 3/10/2008 $25.00 Go Jean!! Best of Luck! 
Friends from the Anti-Valentine's Day Party 3/7/2008 $500.00  
Courtney 3/3/2008 $25.00 An amazing experience for an amazing cause! Good luck Jean!! 
Larry W 3/2/2008 $75.00 You're there! 
David Goldman 3/2/2008 $10.00  
Tim (OTT) 3/2/2008 $25.00  
JohnNY (Gateway Plumbing) 3/2/2008 $100.00 Thanks to Jean and Dan. 
Mo (from OTT) 3/2/2008 $50.00 For the kids...with LOVE!! :-) 
Robert Sweet 3/2/2008 $20.00  
Dave wenger [from OTT] 3/2/2008 $25.00 Good Luck 
Uncle Bill *~/:) 3/2/2008 $25.00 Thats kind of you to help...good luck.. 
Foley Mechanical, Inc. 3/2/2008 $50.00 Best of luck! 
Regina and Danny 2/27/2008 $50.00 Wow Jean... a marathon. Best of luck I know you'll do great! 
Texas Marathoner 2/25/2008 $50.00 Good Luck...finishing is winning 
BOB K 2/25/2008 $75.00 GOOD LUCK 
Robert Ricchi 2/25/2008 $25.00 Good Luck, Jean! 
aunt julia and uncle oscar 2/24/2008 $50.00 go for it Jean!! 
Rich L by way of heatinghelp.com 2/23/2008 $25.00 Run with pride Jean, you're doing a great thing! 
Daniel Cadotte 2/20/2008 $25.00 good luck 
Alicia and Jody McNulty 2/16/2008 $25.00  
mary kissane friend of aunt rosemary 2/16/2008 $10.00 thank you from those living with cancer 
Elizabeth, Jason and Mackenzie Pierce 2/15/2008 $100.00 Good Luck Jean!! 
Ann & Tony McNulty 2/10/2008 $100.00 Way to go Jean!!! Good Luck-- 
Meridith Andrews 2/7/2008 $50.00 Go Jean!! You're amazing! 
Fr. Joe 2/7/2008 $100.00 Thanks for caring & sharing! 
joe 2/7/2008 $25.00 Good Luck 
Bruce 2/6/2008 $10.00  
Annette 2/5/2008 $10.00 Good luck Jean (friend of Aunt Rosemary's) 
Helen and Howard 2/5/2008 $100.00 Finally, a Champion in New England - Good Luck, Jean! 
Ice Cream Family 2/5/2008 $100.00 Jean, You inspire us all! Good Luck and Much Love! 
Your PA Connection 2/5/2008 $25.00 Run Forest Run!!!!! 
Kayann & Anne Gaeta 2/4/2008 $50.00 Good Luck Cousin !!! 
NY Giants 2/5/2008 $10.00 Now that we've beaten the Patriots, we are giving back to the community. Wow, we really are the best 
Jim (Wallie) 2/2/2008 $15.00  
Ruthe (from the Wall) 1/31/2008 $10.00 Go Jean! A great cause! 
P.K. Services (HeatingHelp.com) 1/30/2008 $10.00 Jean; good luck, what a great effort! 
Rob O'Brien 1/27/2008 $20.00 Good Luck! 
hot rod Rohr 1/27/2008 $25.00  
Dad's golfing partner 1/26/2008 $260.00 Great cause, the very best of luck 
Nicky Boy 1/26/2008 $25.00 did you think i was gonna let lisa show me up and not donate anything? Good lucky Jeano! 
PJO 1/25/2008 $25.00 From the Wall @ HeatingHelp.com 
Art Nelsen 1/25/2008 $25.00  
David Miller 1/21/2008 $25.00 Good luck from a "Wallie" 
Corey Strader 1/19/2008 $100.00 Jean- I am so proud of you and know you're gonna kick butt! Can't wait to cheer you on! 
Tim L 1/18/2008 $100.00 Donation is on behalf of my Grandmother who passed with cancer this morning 
John Levey, Oilheat Associates 1/18/2008 $50.00 Go Jean! 
A friend from the wall 1/16/2008 $25.00 Thanks for caring, have a Great race.  
Alan R. Mercurio 1/16/2008 $25.00 Bless you, Jean. You're already a winner in my heart! 
Paul Fredricks 1/16/2008 $25.00 My wife and I are both survivors. Thanks for helping cancer's youngest victims. 
Dan Holohan 1/15/2008 $25.00 Go, Jean, go! 
PECKJOHN33 1/11/2008 $100.00 HELLO JEAN, I WISH YOU GOOD LUCK JOHN PECORELLA ACME HEAT AND POWER INC  
Melanie Lahtonen 1/7/2008 $25.00 Hi Jean! I work with your mom now, small world hu? What a great cause!! 
Kristen 1/1/2008 $50.00 can't wait to cheer you on!! 
Mom and Dad 12/31/2007 $300.00 We'll see you at the finish line! 
Aunt Rosemary 12/31/2007 $100.00 Jean, Good Luck 
Aunt Sally and Uncle Norm 12/31/2007 $100.00 Run, Jean, Run! Good Luck! 
MittyMoo 12/28/2007 $10.00 When you're done running, will you help me clean up after the tree please?! Who wants Baileys? 
Tyra Banks 12/27/2007 $20.00 RUN! 
Maureen Umstatter 12/18/2007 $50.00 Hi Jean! I work with your mom. :) Good luck running, and for a great cause! 
anonymous 12/18/2007 $100.00 Good Luck Jean!!! 
Zach Effron 12/7/2007 $5.00  
Lisa 12/7/2007 $25.00 goodluck sistafriend!!! 
* Total raised online: $4,175.00
Amount raised offline: $530.00
Grand Total: $4,705.00
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