The Vincent DiBerardinis Foundation was established in 2003 by Laura DiBerardinis after the loss of her son, Vincent, to complications from battling AML-type leukemia. (View Vincent's archived website for his story. ) The Foundation’s mission is to support organizations that help families and children dealing with leukemia and other life-threatening cancers. Since 2003, we have raised over $140,000! In 2009, we raised nearly $19,000 that allowed us to support children and their families. Proceeds from Vince
Vincent's Run Our main fundraiser each year is Vincent’s 5K Run/Walk , held each year on Mother's Day Weekend at Hillsmere Elementary School, in Annapolis, Maryland, where Vince attended Kindergarten. This year's run took place on Saturday, May 9, 2009, with over 550 runners registered! View the 2009 results and see photos ! Read the post-race letter from Vincent's Mom...
Make strides with us! Please join us to support the families who benefit from the Foundation. This event is a family-friendly and competitive 5K Run/Walk that is fun and uplifting. Serious runners in training—as well as folks in the 80s, moms with babies, grandparents, and whole families—turn out to support the cause. It's a beautiful way to start your weekend and celebrate Spring! More about Vincent's Run...