My name is Kaitlyn Keegan and I am a pediatric oncology nurse. In 2024, I lace up my running shoes with a purpose beyond personal achievement as I prepare to tackle the NYC Marathon. Partnering with a local charity, the Ellie Ruby Foundation, I’ve committed myself to raising awareness and funds for a cause that deeply resonates with me.
The Ellie Ruby Foundation helps families facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis by providing emotional support and financial assistance, raising awareness, and funding research.
I am running to support Ellie, who is a brain cancer survivor, and for all the kids and families I have had the pleasure of taking care of at the Goryeb Children’s Center in Morristown. I owe them all for making me the nurse and person I am today.
Every mile I run is not just a physical feat but a symbol of my dedication to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. As I navigate the iconic streets of New York City, fueled by the support of both fellow runners and spectators, I carry with me the spirit of generosity and the belief that together, we can create positive change for those affected by pediatric cancer.
$4, 241
RAISED
$5, 000
GOAL
85%
Progress to goal
48
DONORS
TOP DONORS
| NAME | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| Stephen O-Kufuor | $500.00 |
| Thomas Keegan | $500.00 |
| Thomas Moore | $500.00 |
| Mark Keller | $111.11 |
| Andrew Oliveira | $100.00 |
RECENT DONORS
| DATE | NAME | AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-02 | Andrew Oliveira | $100.00 |
| 2024-11-02 | Clark Sheffield | $25.00 |
| 2024-11-02 | Doreen Trisolini | $50.00 |
| 2024-11-01 | Jennifer Smith | $50.00 |
| 2024-10-31 | Kristi Kearney | $20.00 |
DONOR WALL
| DATE | NAME | AMOUNT | MESSAGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-15 | Carly Sherwood | $10.00 | Go Kate go!! |
| 2024-04-15 | Julia Rzepecki | $50.00 | You’re amazing! |
| 2024-04-18 | Nick Oliveira | $25.00 | You got this!!! |
| 2024-06-30 | Laura Laganelli | $100.00 | GO KATIE!! So proud of you!! |
| 2024-09-04 | Bridget Young | $25.00 | Good Luck! |
| 2024-09-15 | Jack Higgins | $25.00 | From Daniel Higgins Family, Goryeb South patient w/ GBS. The team in Goryeb represents the pinnacle of humanity, thank you so much! Have a great race! |
| 2024-09-16 | Alyssa Huelbig | $25.00 | Go girl go!!! |
| 2024-09-16 | Thomas Moore | $500.00 | |
| 2024-09-17 | Chris Rovito | $20.00 | |
| 2024-09-17 | Lindsey Higgins | $50.00 | Proud of you Kate!!!! |
| 2024-09-17 | Michele Antonelli | $50.00 | Good luck! In honor of my son, who has been in remission for 20 years! |
| 2024-09-17 | Thomas Keegan | $500.00 | |
| 2024-09-18 | Alyssa Viegas | $25.00 | Go kill it mama <3 |
| 2024-09-18 | Lucy Hahn | $25.00 | |
| 2024-09-19 | Gidge Romero | $10.00 | Thank you for being a light in this world |
| 2024-09-19 | Lisa Wnek | $25.00 | GO KATIE |
| 2024-09-19 | Lucy Hahn | $100.00 | |
| 2024-09-19 | Lynn Haytaian | $25.00 | Go Katie!! |
| 2024-09-20 | Jim Ciardi | $100.00 | Best of luck Kate!! |
| 2024-09-20 | Rachel Kovacs | $25.00 | |
| 2024-09-20 | RoseMary Cunha | $50.00 | You’re amazing! |
| 2024-09-20 | Ryan Hanright | $25.00 | |
| 2024-09-22 | Ashleigh Gallagher | $100.00 | Hey hey hey hey run for yo life |
| 2024-09-22 | Mary Kate Barone | $25.00 | YOU’RE AMAZING |
| 2024-09-30 | Johanna Engels | $100.00 | LET’S DO THE DAMN THANG |
| 2024-10-22 | Nicole DiGennaro | $50.00 | You got this Katie!!!!! So proud of you!!!! |
| 2024-10-23 | Stephen O-Kufuor | $500.00 | You got this!!! |
| 2024-10-23 | Suzanne Russo | $25.00 | |
| 2024-10-24 | Karen Linden | $50.00 | |
| 2024-10-25 | brianna cohen | $50.00 | So proud of you Kate! 🖤 |
| 2024-10-28 | Mark Keller | $111.11 | Thanks for your support and care of Steve |
| 2024-10-28 | Noemio Oliveira | $100.00 | I know you could do it |
| 2024-10-29 | Johnson Gyamfi | $100.00 | |
| 2024-10-30 | Kristen Palermo | $20.00 | |
| 2024-10-30 | Mackenzie Caruso | $100.00 | LOVE YA!!!! |
| 2024-10-31 | Kristi Kearney | $20.00 | |
| 2024-10-31 | Marie Seymour | $20.00 | |
| 2024-11-01 | Jennifer Smith | $50.00 | Good Luck! |
| 2024-11-02 | Andrew Oliveira | $100.00 | |
| 2024-11-02 | Clark Sheffield | $25.00 | |
| 2024-11-02 | Doreen Trisolini | $50.00 | From Doreen and Katy |