Thank you for being here! I am happy to run for a cause I believe in and am trying to 'pay it forward' and make an impact by raising funds for an organization that helps local people dealing with cancer.
I'm running this race because it was the day after Mother's Day of 2024 when I had to bring my mom to Boston Children's Hospital for a valve replacement surgery on her heart. After fighting complications post-surgery, and a life-long battle with congenital heart disease, she never made the ride with me back to her home in Hatfield. She passed away on July 22nd of last year. Tragically only two months later I lost my grandmother due to her ongoing battle with cancer. As I look toward the future of 2025, I can't help but reflect on the past. I would love to be able to give back to all of the people who battle to stay healthy, and to all of the people that supported me when I needed it most.
Thank YOU for supporting me!
Anthony J Thomas IV
WMass Mother's Day Half Marathon
The WMass Mother's Day Half Marathon has been supporting Cancer Connection for 14 years - help us make the 15th the biggest and best! .
This race is one of extremely FEW that operate on donation. Race expenses are kept to a minimum, yet we try to make the runners' experience top-notch. This race has a vibe of gratitude, appreciation and so much love. Not only are runners happy to run, volunteers are happy to help and cancer-warriors are happy to benefit from the free services provided by Cancer Connection.
It is truly The BEST half in Western Mass! This race makes an impact!
Cancer Connection provides a haven where people with cancer and their loved ones can learn how to navigate the difficulties of cancer through FREE one-to-one guidance, education, peer support, integrative therapies and exercise and creative programs.