Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 446 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02446

Charity Roller: Margaret Lai 

Running for: Dana Farber

• “I chose Dana Farber because my mom was diagnosed with stage 4 nasopharyngeal carcinoma in 2021 and she received all her cancer treatment at Dana Farber (and still continues to). She receives amazing care there, so joining the Dana Farber marathon challenge was just one way for me to give back and pay it forward :)”

Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 446 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02446

Charity Roller: Kelly Moscariello 

Running for: Boston Medical Center

• “I will be running the 128th Boston Marathon in support of Boston Medical Center. BMC is committed to the health and wellness of its community, focusing on underserved populations and addressing all social determinants of health. As a nurse at an affiliated community health center, I see the positive impact that BMC has on its community every day. These patient-centered values and commitment to equitable care guide my work as an RN, and I am so proud to wear the BMC logo on my shirt on April 15th!”

Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 360 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02215 

Charity Roller: Genevieve Connelly

Running for: Stepping Strong Marathon Team

• “Hello! My name is Genevieve. I’m an ICU nurse at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. I am so excited to be running my third marathon for the Stepping Strong team this coming spring of 2024. This incredible organization is raising money for trauma research and treatment, with the mission ‘to catalyze trauma innovation for injured civilians and military heroes, through multidisciplinary investigative collaborations across the continuum of trauma care, from prevention to treatment and recovery.’
• This unique opportunity allows me to merge both aspects of my life – running and healthcare – as I strive to make a meaningful impact on trauma research and innovation. The Stepping Strong Foundation is at the forefront of driving change in the field, and I am honored to be a part of this incredible initiative. Please consider donating to such a great cause 🙂 Thank you!”

Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 446 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446

Charity Roller: Kharmara A. Pinckney 

Running for: Casa Myrna Boston Marathon team

• Melanie Winters – “Hi! I need your help. I’m taking part in 128th Boston Marathon® Presented by Bank of America to raise money for Casa Myrna Vazquez Inc, who do great work for a cause that’s very close to my heart. Domestic Violence affects many people in many different ways. I myself am a survivor looking to help others that have been or are in the same situation that I was. Over the years I have done many things to heal and grow from the experience I had. I started by running a Marathon in January of 2020. Boston was always the dream, and now that I’ve been given the opportunity, I need your help to raise funds as I ship off to Boston from Hopkinton in April.”
• Charlie Davis – “Hi there! My name is Charlie, and I’m on a mission to make a difference. I believe that every little act of kindness can create a ripple effect of change. That’s why I’ve decided to fundraise for charity on GivenGain. With a burning desire to impact lives, I’m dedicated to raising funds and awareness for causes close to my heart. Join me in this journey to bring hope and positive change to those who need it most. Together, we can make a lasting impact and create a brighter future. Let’s make a difference, one donation at a time!”
• Ruby Verbitsky – “Hi there! I’m Ruby, and I’m passionate about making a positive impact in the world. Through my GivenGain profile, I’m on a mission to raise funds for charities that are close to my heart. Join me in making a difference by supporting causes that matter, whether it’s education, healthcare, or environmental conservation. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to creating a better future for those in need. Together, let’s empower communities, inspire change, and spread hope. Let’s make an impact that lasts a lifetime. Thank you for your support!”
• Liz Healy – “Hi! I’m so proud to be running the 128th Boston Marathon on behalf of Casa Myrna Vazquez Inc. As a survivor myself, I find it incredibly important to be a voice for others who aren’t able to advocate for themselves and to raise awareness around the complex issue of domestic violence. Please join me as I try to raise $10,000 to support the incredible work Casa Myrna does for our community. Halima Yusuf – Hi there! I’m Halima, and I’m on a mission to make a meaningful impact. I believe that even the smallest actions can create positive change in the world. That’s why I’ve decided to fundraise for charity on GivenGain. Together, let’s make a difference by supporting causes that are close to my heart. Whether it’s providing education, supporting healthcare initiatives, or fighting for environmental sustainability, every penny counts. Join me in this journey of giving back, and together, let’s create a brighter future for those in need.”
• Casa Myrna Background – Casa Myrna is Boston’s largest provider of shelter and supportive services to survivors of domestic violence, providing safety, resources, advocacy and information since 1977. We operate SafeLink, the statewide domestic violence hotline, and promote domestic and dating violence prevention through awareness and education. All of our supports are provided to survivors free of charge. We support survivors of any race, ethnicity, language, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, and sexual orientation.

Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 446 Harvard St. Brookline, MA 02446

Charity Roller: Stephanie Cave

Running for: Team Brookline

• My name is Stephanie Cave, and I am the manager of Team Brookline (teambrookline.org), a charity team of 35 runners supporting five different charities in Brookline: the Brookline Center for Community Mental Health, Brookline Education Foundation, Brookline Library Foundation, Brookline Symphony Orchestra, and Brookline Teen Center.

Location: Anna’s Taqueria – 27 Lincoln St, Newton, MA 02461

Charity Roller: Dan Andelman and son Zach

Charity: American Cancer Society – Relay For Life

• Me and my son Zach Andelman are proud to support The Relay For Life team of Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School. Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser, bringing communities together to honor and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change in the fight against cancer.
• Cancer has affected us all in one way or another. And we are here to do what we can to raise funds to help to put a stop to cancer. One of the reasons we got involved is that the donations we collect will help support breakthrough cancer research. Did you know that the American Cancer Society is the primary private nonprofit funder of cancer research, investing more than $5 billion over 75 years?