Champions
When Life Takes a Detour
When Life Takes a Detour How Executive Director Mary Kaye DiUbaldo’s Experience Highlights the Importance of Hero’s Work When my husband and I decided to go away for a…
Read MoreGet into the Holiday Spirit with GivingTuesday
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and things are exciting and busy. Between decorating, party planning, and gift shopping, it’s important to remember to slow down and give back. On…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Susan Wiercinski
Meet Susan Wiercinski Susan is one of There Goes My Hero’s (TGMH) newest volunteers! Since joining us in September, we’ve been eager to learn what inspired her to get…
Read MoreAnne Gunning’s Story
Meet Anne Gunning When Anne Gunning was diagnosed with blood cancer, she faced a challenging journey that included not finding a bone marrow donor and undergoing a stem cell transplant…
Read MoreYour College Can Make a Difference
Diversity in the bone marrow donor registry is important because blood cancer patients are more likely to find a match from someone of the same racial or ethnic background. Yet,…
Read MoreRyder’s Story: Navigating Racial Disparities in the Bone Marrow Registry at Age 5
Most 5-year-olds spend their time playing games, watching superhero movies, and using their imagination with toys and friends. However, for Ryder Washington, a 5-year-old boy diagnosed with the rare cancer…
Read MoreAbbie Edwards’ Story
A flashbulb memory in psychology is when one can remember a significant event in their life in vivid detail, usually when shocking news occurs. For me, this moment occurred on…
Read MoreFrom Friendship to Legacy: Dan McLoughlin on Honoring Joe Gorman’s Memory
Meet Dan McLoughlin, graduate of Loyola Blakefield (‘14) and one of the childhood friends of Joe Gorman, the inspiration behind the Join for Joe movement. When Joe Gorman was diagnosed…
Read MoreSeparate Journeys, Shared Hope
In a heartfelt video, Michele Bresnick Walsh and Adam Ruther shared their stories about a life-threatening diagnosis and a life-saving act of kindness. Meet Michele Bresnick Walsh, a leukemia…
Read MoreBringing Joy to Those Fighting Blood Cancer
As school ends and summer begins, children eagerly embrace the outdoors, enjoying carefree days of play. However, amidst this seasonal joy, there are children whose days are marked by a…
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