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Our goal is to honor the memory of a courageous little boy who lost his battle to brain cancer in August, 2011 at the age of six. John truly was a superhero and all proceeds from our event go to the John Shapiro Superheroes Foundation and will benefit local families with children battling cancer.

John Shapiro’s Superheroes

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April 12, 2016

Thank you, John Shapiro’s Superheroes. You have made such a difference in our lives. My daughter, Hailey, was diagnosed with her brain tumor many years ago. She has undergone many things to stop the tumor from growing – surgeries, radiation, and many, different chemotherapies. Her treatment has left her with many chronic health issues. We spend a lot of time traveling back and forth to numerous doctors’ appointments managing her many health issues. Appointments, therapy and school leave Hailey with little time to do fun things. Health insurance helps us cover some, but not all, of the medical costs. Many things that could help are not covered by insurance.

Hailey is doing horseback riding therapy which is exercise needed to prevent her muscle weakness and tone issues, but she sees it as more fun than anything else. We are also looking to get Hailey a service dog to help her become even more independent. Your donation is helping us cover some of these costs.

Thank you so much!

– Lisa Giguere

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We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
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We are so 🍀LUCKY🍀 for the heroic support given by these incredible sponsors of last year’s race! So many children have been helped by their generosity and we are forever grateful 💚 May the luck of the Irish 🍀and Superhero strength🍀be found under your every rainbow 🌈 ❤️🍀
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Save the date for our 1️⃣4️⃣th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes Race day🦸🏼🦸🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♂️! We are blessed to celebrate our 14th year of honoring John and helping so many families battling pediatric cancer.  We hope to see you at John’s home away from home , St. Helena School on Saturday June 6, 2026!
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Save the date for our 1️⃣4️⃣th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes Race day🦸🏼🦸🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♂️! We are blessed to celebrate our 14th year of honoring John and helping so many families battling pediatric cancer. We hope to see you at John’s home away from home , St. Helena School on Saturday June 6, 2026!
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In honor of John’s 21st birthday, we wanted to share some of the special lessons he taught us during the 6 1/2 love-filled years we were blessed with him. We love you forever John ❤️ Happy heavenly birthday 🎂
In honor of John’s 21st birthday, we wanted to share some of the special lessons he taught us during the 6 1/2 love-filled years we were blessed with him. We love you forever John ❤️ Happy heavenly birthday 🎂
In honor of John’s 21st birthday, we wanted to share some of the special lessons he taught us during the 6 1/2 love-filled years we were blessed with him. We love you forever John ❤️ Happy heavenly birthday 🎂
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In honor of John’s 21st birthday, we wanted to share some of the special lessons he taught us during the 6 1/2 love-filled years we were blessed with him. We love you forever John ❤️ Happy heavenly birthday 🎂
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It's #GivingTuesday and we want to share the incredible impact our supporters have made this year. With the generosity of sponsors, race participants, and donors, John Shapiro’s Superheroes has been able to help 34 families with children bravely battling cancer.
These families are identified by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) as those experiencing the greatest financial need during this difficult time in their lives. Your support helps families afford holiday gifts, transportation to treatments, electric bills, lost income when a parent must stop working to care for their child, and other financial needs. Every donation offers relief and hope when it is needed most. 
Please consider helping us continue this important work. Every gift makes a difference right here in our local community. 
Visit our donation page to give through PayPal, Venmo, or by check:
www.JohnShapirosSuperheroes.org/donate
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It's #GivingTuesday and we want to share the incredible impact our supporters have made this year. With the generosity of sponsors, race participants, and donors, John Shapiro’s Superheroes has been able to help 34 families with children bravely battling cancer. These families are identified by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) as those experiencing the greatest financial need during this difficult time in their lives. Your support helps families afford holiday gifts, transportation to treatments, electric bills, lost income when a parent must stop working to care for their child, and other financial needs. Every donation offers relief and hope when it is needed most. Please consider helping us continue this important work. Every gift makes a difference right here in our local community. Visit our donation page to give through PayPal, Venmo, or by check: www.JohnShapirosSuperheroes.org/donate
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Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving 🦃🍴 #johnshapirossuperhero5k #behappyandloveeveryone
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Wishing everyone a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving 🦃🍴 #johnshapirossuperhero5k #behappyandloveeveryone
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During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we honor all the superheroes and their families fighting for their lives. We are grateful that through your support of the John Shapiro Superheroes Foundation, more than 200 local children have received direct donations! Here are just a few of these precious, beautiful, and incredibly strong superheroes! Please share with your own friends and family in their honor. Click on the link below to donate.🎗️❤️🦸

#childhoodcancer #childhoodcancerawareness #johnshapirossuperheroes #superheroes5k #donate #support 

https://johnshapirosuperheroes.org/donate/
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During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we honor all the superheroes and their families fighting for their lives. We are grateful that through your support of the John Shapiro Superheroes Foundation, more than 200 local children have received direct donations! Here are just a few of these precious, beautiful, and incredibly strong superheroes! Please share with your own friends and family in their honor. Click on the link below to donate.🎗️❤️🦸 #childhoodcancer #childhoodcancerawareness #johnshapirossuperheroes #superheroes5k #donate #support https://johnshapirosuperheroes.org/donate/
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