Hugs From Hayley Race for Maine Children's Cancer

12/02/2022

09/26/2021

Most of you know that MCCP is a program close to our hearts since Hayley was diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia at 5 years old. She had a bone marrow transplant at Boston Children’s Hospital when she was 13. (She is now doing great!) She was able to receive many of her treatments and care through MCCP. We are so fortunate to have a facility with world class doctors, nurses, and social workers right here in Maine to treat our most vulnerable.

After having the Hugs From Hayley Event for Maine Children’s Cancer for 11 consecutive years, and raising well over $100,000, we had to cancel last year because of the pandemic. We were on the fence about whether or not to hold it this year and ultimately, decided to wait another year.

With that being said, we have decided to raise money by joining the MCCP team and doing the Maine Marathon. Mike and the girls were not on board to do a full marathon--or even a half marathon. (they have told me countless times that they “do not” run).

So…..I proposed the relay: we could each do a leg of about 6 miles….not a problem, right? That did not go over well. Then, I received an email from Gretchen (the coordinator of the MCCP team for the Maine Marathon) that they are introducing the Marathon streak. I tried again….”we could all do 1 mile a day for 26 days!” They agreed (reluctantly). SO, we are committed as a family; Mike, myself, Hayley, Maddie, and even the girls’ grandmother (who they call Danna) to running a mile a day for 26 days, starting October 3rd. I will partner up with Mike. The girls and Danna will not run with us because they are afraid they will be embarrassed. Why, do you ask? Well, Mike being Mike is not going to run without drawing attention to himself. There will be some surprises! Be on the lookout for a tall man running on the streets of S**o during the month of October. Intrigued? Follow us for some fun to benefit a GREAT cause!

Please consider donating--not just because Mike is sacrificing his dignity, but because MCCP is an incredible program with an incredible staff!!

2021 Team MCCP - Run Streak Challenge & Maine Marathon

04/27/2021

11/15/2020

For 35 years The Maine Elks Association has supported The Maine Children's Cancer Program and this past year we surpassed 5 million dollars in total contributions to assist children from Maine in the fight of their lives. This year is proving to be quite a challenge for our lodges and their efforts for fundraising due to Covid. Please consider making a tax deductible contribution that can be credited to you local lodge towards their fundraising goal. Click on the link below and help us in our mission to end Childhood Cancer.
https://fundraising.mmc.org/mccp-maine-elks-association

For 35 years The Maine Elks Association has supported The Maine Children's Cancer Program and this past year we surpassed 5 million dollars in total contributions to assist children from Maine in the fight of their lives. This year is proving to be quite a challenge for our lodges and their efforts for fundraising due to Covid. Please consider making a tax deductible contribution that can be credited to you local lodge towards their fundraising goal. Click on the link below and help us in our mission to end Childhood Cancer.

https://fundraising.mmc.org/mccp-maine-elks-association

10/16/2019

Are you looking for a fun night out with lots of laughs?
Join us on Friday, October 25th, at the Maine Repertory Theater in Biddeford! There will be a live improv night with S**o's own David Hanright! Proceeds will benefit Hugs From Hayley for Maine Children's Cancer Program!

09/19/2019

http://events.mmc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1290&pg=entry

09/18/2019

Still plenty of time to sign up for Sunday’s big event! The weather is looking perfect for setting a new course record and if you do there is a $100 cash prize for both male and female !!
http://events.mmc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1290&pg=entry

09/15/2019

The 12th Annual Hugs From Hayley Event for Maine Children's Cancer is 1 week away!! Online registration is still open. There is a 5k race, 2.5 mile walk, and the Elle dash for kids 10 and under. This is a fun, family-friendly event. All proceeds benefit MCCP. There is also a post-race BBQ.

09/11/2019

This is Childhood Cancer.... it not only affects the children with the disease. Can you imagine as a child having your sibling gone from home and not knowing why. As a parent answering the question from a 3 year old “ is Hayley going to die” was incredibly difficult. I could not have honestly answered Maddie without the help from social workers at the Maine Children’s Cancer Program. Please help us continue to support MCCP by attending the Hugs from Hayley event on September 22. Registration is open
http://events.mmc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1290&pg=entry

09/05/2019

The Hugs from Hayley Event for Maine Children's Cancer Program is September 22.

It is at the Biddeford and S**o Elks Lodge on Ocean Park Road.

The Kids’ Fun Run is at 9:00.
5k—10:00
2.5 mile walk—10:15

There is a free post-race BBQ for participants and families.

You can register online or the day of the event.

http://events.mmc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1290&pg=entry

Thank you!!

This is the online registration and fundraising website for the 2019 Hugs From Hayley 5K Race and Fun Walk! For more detailed event information, please visit www.hugsfromhayley.com.