This spring, I am honored to be the Path of Hope event chair for the second year in a row. I will be participating in honor of my dad, who continues to fight his battle with brain cancer everyday.

For anyone who is unfamiliar with our family's story, in October of 2019, my dad was unexpectedly diagnosed with glioblastoma after suffering a seizure while golfing. Our hearts were heavy after learning glioblastoma is the most complex, treatment-resistant, and deadliest type of brain cancer.

After undergoing brain surgery and completing a series of radiation and chemotherapy treatments, he continues to come out on top and fight this battle - already surpassing the median survival rate of 8 months. This October will mark four years since his diagnosis, and we know he will exceed the five year survival rate with his resilience.

Next spring, my dream will come true of having my dad walk me down the aisle at my wedding - all because he never gave up hope during this battle. I will walk beside him as the proudest daughter in the world.

We never imagined glioblastoma would have such an impact on our lives, but all we can do now is raise awareness and help other glioblastoma patients and their caregivers.

Come walk or run with us at this year's Path of Hope on May 6th! Further details are listed on the event information tab above. Every ticket and donation raised goes directly towards CTBTA's great cause!

Since inception, the CTBTA has awarded over $1,500,000 in direct giving to benefit brain tumor patients and their families through our brain tumor research, patient assistance, brain tumor center support and patient and caregiver outreach programs. These dollars are awarded to the various brain tumor centers in Connecticut to support our vision of making Connecticut a center of excellence in brain tumor care.

Together, we can make a difference!


XOXO