I experienced an inspirational two hours on Monday, March 28 when I visited Boston Children's Hospital with the Yoga Reaches Out New England Yogathon planning committee, and I'd like to share this with you.
We toured the Hale Family Center for Families, a dream-come-true facility for parents and caregivers who need support as their children experience life-saving treatments at Boston Children's Hospital. As the beneficiary of the 2016 Yogathon, the Hale Family Center for Families will benefit from a Yoga Reaches Out wellness facility within the Center.
Using a family-centered approach, the wellness center already provides a variety of programs and groups designed to keep family members well during their time at the hospital: yoga, meditation, massage, reiki, zumba, and many more services to come.
Because of this experience at Boston Children's Hospital, I am excited and invigorated to fundraise and participate in the 2016 Yogathon, perhaps more than ever. I know this event makes a difference in the lives of so many parents, caregivers, and children.
For the fifth year, I am participating in the Yoga Reaches Out New England Yogathon! Not only will I be on the Gillette Stadium field practicing yoga on May 1, but I am also on the planning committee, will be assisting the on-site organizers, and will be providing hands-on assistance to yoga participants. My goal is to raise $500 this year!
What is the Mission of Yoga Reaches Out?
Approximately 1,000 yogis will come together at this event to create seva (selfless service) by raising funds for organizations that impact the health and well-being of children.
Where does the money go?
Our goal for our upcoming New England event, through our dedicated participants and generous sponsors, is to raise over $500,000 to make a difference for Boston Children’s Hospital. Funds from this year’s event will support the Wellness Program at Boston Children’s Hospital which provides yoga, meditation, reiki, and more to families at the hospital. Your support will help provide a Yoga Reaches Out facility within the Hale Family Center for Families to provide these services. In addition, you will be helping the continued growth and mission of Yoga Reaches Out.
Please help support my efforts and this great fundraising event by making a tax-deductible donation. All proceeds are donated to children in need.
