Hi! My name is Katie and I am a lover of music, the arts, and my sweet rescue pup, Ollie. By day, I work in multi-family property management alongside some of my favorite people. When I’m not at work, I am usually spending time with friends, getting outdoors, or attempting a new recipe in the kitchen. I am the mom of 3 amazing humans who are the fabric and foundation of everything important to me and the loves of my life!
Just over 3 years ago, I lost my dad to pancreatic cancer, and in so many ways I lost myself, too. He was kind, and generous, and passionate about social justice and helping others. He was a helper. And my gravity and compass. The days since his passing have been excruciating and inspiring and I know he is with me and would be so proud of this effort. If I’ve learned anything in the past few years it’s that we can do hard things, we can do big things, and together we can make a difference.
In an effort to step outside of my comfort zone and prove it’s never too late to try new things and find meaningful ways to help others, I am excited to share that I’ve committed to take on this year’s Trailblaze Challenge. In addition to the physical challenge, I have committed myself to raising the critical funds necessary for Make-A-Wish to grant the one true wish for each eligible child with a critical illness. With your help, it’s possible.
Did you know that Make-A-Wish grants more than 15,000 wishes nationwide every year? That’s a lot, yes. But that’s only 50% of the eligible kids. Every hour of every day, on average, three children are diagnosed with a critical illness. Every one of these kids needs a wish to give them strength and help them heal. I’m fundraising so more deserving kids and their families can know the true happiness, relief and renewal a wish can bring.
These essential wishes are only possible because of supporters like you. Together, we are transforming lives- One wish at a time! I hope you will join me on this incredible mission.
