Team Brooks
Carrie Balanik
WHY I'M RUNNING
There are several reasons why I am interested in competing in the 24/24 race. One of them is the opportunity to be a part of something so special. By supporting a good cause, the community comes together and raises money for those in need. The second reason I am doing this is for me. To say that I completed this journey not only for myself but for my friends and the other people, I could do it with. This will be something to remember for the rest of our lives. Lastly, giving back is one of my motivations.
$860 of $2000 goal
Donation Form 2023
RECENT DONATIONS
Anonymous
$650.00
Stephanie Chew
$25.00
Halley Firstenberg
$10.00
Andrew Rattray
$75.00
Andrew Rattray
$100.00
About Team Brooks
On March 16, 2022, our 3-year-old son Brooks, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. He had been complaining of leg pain, which we later came to find out was from the build-up of abnormal white blood cells in his bone marrow. Because his cancer cells have an unfavorable gene mutation, Brooks is considered high-risk and is on a three-year treatment plan that consists of chemotherapy and steroid treatments. The first year was a tough one, but Brooks showed us all how to embrace the journey. He never complains, even when he’s not feeling well. He is nonstop energy, full of ...