When a state of emergency was declared during the relentless snowstorm the weekend of January 25, 2025, most people were retreating to the safety of their fireplaces, but the region’s snow plow drivers were just beginning their longest shifts of the year.

Recognizing these unsung heroes, our organization mobilized to ensure they were fueled by turkey dinners with all the fixings. We spent the peak of the storm providing these hot, hearty meals directly to the drivers as they cleared the way for emergency vehicles, turning a grueling state of emergency into a moment of community connection and gratitude.

After months of misdiagnoses and dismissals by health care providers, Meghan pushed for answers, ultimately discovering she had acute myeloid leukemia — a rare and aggressive blood cancer.

CureFest's mission is to help make childhood cancer a national priority by fostering collaboration among the childhood cancer community, the general public, the medical field, and our elected representatives.

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