The KeepSmilin4Abbie Foundation

06/13/2026

Can't make it to Falmouth? You can still run with us. 💜💚

Team KeepSmilin4Abbie offers an in-person option on Sunday, August 16, 2026, and a 7-mile at-home edition that same week.

Same team, same mission.
Email [email protected] to sign up.

06/10/2026

One of the most important places anaphylaxis awareness can take root is a school classroom. When kids understand food allergies, they become part of the safety net for their classmates.

Our "I'm Aware, and I Care" program exists for exactly that reason. Because awareness starts young.💜💚

06/06/2026

Only takes one minute!

A Call to Action

06/06/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference? 💜💚
Join Team KeepSmilin4Abbie at the Falmouth Road Race on Sunday, August 16, 2026, and help us take a stand against anaphylaxis!

Email [email protected] to sign up and run with purpose. We’d love to have you on our team!

06/02/2026

Congratulations to Ellie Power and Andrew Cooper … the 2026 Abbie Benford Memorial Keep Smilin award and scholarship awardees. The faculty at Hopkinton High School and the Trustees of The KeepSmilin4Abbie Foundation think you brought the traits Abbie brought to HHS…thoughtful, empathetic, great friend, strong school and community spirit! We’re proud to have awarded over $60,000 in scholarships to Hopkinton students since 2014. Good luck in college and go Hillers! ,

05/30/2026

Make your miles count with Team KeepSmilin4Abbie at this year’s Falmouth Road Race! On Sunday, August 16, 2026, every step our team takes will help fund research, raise awareness, and support life-saving anaphylaxis detection technology.💜💚

Whether you run for a cause or want to make a difference, your participation can help us create real change. Join us and be part of a team that’s making a difference with every mile.

Interested in running with us?
Email [email protected] to sign up!

05/29/2026

For anyone living with a serious allergy, carrying two epinephrine auto-injectors isn’t about being overly cautious; it’s about being ready for the reality of anaphylaxis. Sometimes, one dose isn’t enough to keep someone safe until they reach medical care.

Our goal is to make sure fewer people have to learn that lesson. If you or a loved one is at risk for a severe allergic reaction, please read our guide and review the basics of anaphylaxis. Being prepared can save lives.💜💚

Learn more here: https://keepsmilin4abbie.org/why-you-should-always-carry-two-epinephrine-auto-injectors/

05/27/2026

The first five minutes of a severe allergic reaction matter most. Anaphylaxis can escalate quickly, and knowing how to recognize the symptoms and act without hesitation can save lives.

It’s not about being a medical expert; it’s about knowing what to look for and trusting your instincts.
Read our guide and empower yourself and your loved ones to act fast when it matters most.💜💚

Learn more here: https://keepsmilin4abbie.org/how-to-recognize-anaphylaxis-symptoms-in-the-first-five-minutes/

05/23/2026

Every mile our team runs at the Falmouth Road Race funds research, awareness, and detection technology that can save lives. 💜💚
Run with Team KeepSmilin4Abbie on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
Email [email protected] to join.

05/21/2026

Most people with an epinephrine auto-injector know their allergy triggers. But for some, anaphylaxis strikes with no clear cause, even after all the tests.

This is called idiopathic anaphylaxis. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Learning about this condition is the first step to managing it and staying safe.💜💚

Learn more here: https://keepsmilin4abbie.org/idiopathic-anaphylaxis-when-the-trigger-is-unknown/