Hi Everyone!! I am so excited to be running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for my patients at Lurie Children’s! I am dedicating my 26.2 miles to advancing research, supporting families and helping to provide access for more kids. As a nurse on the hematology/oncology unit, I have witnesssed patients and families fight through the darkest times of their lives. A Little Lighter allows us to give extra support to our patients and families whether it be covering their expensive parking fees while staying at the hospital, decorating their room with string lights to brighten the mood, or providing a space for mothers to lean on each other. This organization truly makes these dark times "a little lighter" for our patients and families. 

Here’s how your donations can make a difference:

$100 is enough to help make a child’s hospital stay a more positive experience with activities, supplies and toys.

$250 can provide patients with the support they need to thrive after lengthy hospital stays.

$500 supports clinical trials to help discover new or more effective treatment options.

$1000 means we can train the next generation of experts.

All donations are tax-deductible and will be acknowledged by Lurie Children’s Foundation.

On behalf of the patients and families of Lurie Children’s, thank you for your support! It takes a village, and I am so grateful for each one of you! 

Love,

Kathryn