Our Stories
Stories From Our Community
A place to share updates, moments, and the everyday realities of the families we support. You’ll find news, reflections, and the voices that shape our work.
Latest Blog Posts
Healing Retreat
Each year after the holiday rush has settled, in the quiet months of winter, Why Me hosts a weekend retreat…Read more ►
2017 Year End
All throughout 2017 we helped to create new fun memories for our Why Me children and families, whenever possible. We…Read more ►
Holiday Giving
The holidays are a time of festive cheer for most, but for a family who have a child with cancer…Read more ►
Finding Family
We only had 3 Halloween’s with Kai. The first he was a newborn, just about 2 months old. He wore…Read more ►
Why Me Summer Camp 2017
Children affected by cancer, and their siblings, often spend much of their time outside of treatment in medical appointments and…Read more ►
Moms’ Night Out
Monday evening 21 moms gathered at the British Beer Company on Shrewsbury Street to enjoy a mom’s night out funded…Read more ►
Celebrating National Volunteer Appreciation Week
National Volunteer Week took place on April 23-29th. We are so appreciative for each and every volunteer that has and…Read more ►
“You Gotta Have Heart” : Honoring the Past, Embracing Today
Started in 1989 by Why Me’s first director of family services, Margaret White, the “You Gotta Have Heart” Dance is…Read more ►
Thank You for Touching the Tower with Why Me
Thank you to Andy Sharry, Worcester Fitness and everyone who came out to fourth installment of Touch the Tower with…Read more ►
Touch the Tower
Touch the Tower Fun Run/Walk March 22, 2017 http://worcesterfitness.com/events/touch-the-tower-4/ Andy Sharry and his family have been supporting Why Me and…Read more ►
February Vacation Fun Camp at Sherry’s House
Our first Vacation Fun Camp took place six years ago. We took notice that families who have a child with…Read more ►
The Kuczarski Family Fill the Pantry Challenge
The Kuczarski Family Fill the Pantry Challenge In the years after their youngest daughter Sophia lost her life to cancer,…Read more ►
Your Support Helps Families Breathe a Little Easier
Every gift, big or small, keeps our programs free for the families who rely on them.
Donate Today