27-04-2025
Local fundraiser is helping to support cancer survivors in need
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – In the US, an estimated 40 and a half percent of people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. A fundraiser in Holyoke, organized by the local group, 'Each Moment We're Alive' aimed to support those facing this challenge.
The Derby Kickoff Party: 'Cocktails for a Cause' was held at Gary Rome Hyundai's showroom which was transformed into a vibrant derby-themed venue. The event featured a best derby hat competition, cocktails, live music, and raffles.
Organizers told 22News that the fundraiser provided hope and support to cancer survivors in need. 'We help those survivors, help with the mental stress, the mental strain of what do I do next?Where's my life going next? I don't I don't know what to do. That's where we really come in and work with the community and work with them,' said Executive Director and Founder of 'Each Moment We're Alive', Cindy Sheridan Murphy.
The organization hopes to have raised thousands of dollars to continue providing free services and resources to cancer survivors and their families. Murphy says these efforts have already helped change the lives of so many.
'I've seen so many in the last ten, 11 years of just going on and getting back into their lives and loving what they're doing and maybe something they missed. Now they're enjoying, or maybe they've found a new career path. So they find like there's just such a change in their life with the support,' said Murphy.
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