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Passionate Fundraisers in our Midst
By Sarah Ellen Rindsberg
The Fairfield/Westchester Chapter
of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation
of America is thriving thanks to the
devotion of its volunteers, including
those right here in our hamlet. Hilary
and Bruce Murray of Chappaqua were
honored for their endeavors at the
Chapter’s annual fundraising event
at the Ritz-Carlton, Westchester on
February 9. Their motivation, like that
of many volunteers, is the search for a
cure for all those who are afflicted.
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When Hilary met Bruce she learned
that he had just had surgery and was
living with Crohn’s. In addition, her
mother had recently been diagnosed
with colitis. When the Murrays moved
to Chappaqua, a friend introduced
Hilary to Jennifer Paley, Executive
Director of the Chapter, who also resides
in Chappaqua. Hilary and Bruce
had been very active in other chapters
in Washington and Chicago and were
eager to continue. Each year, contributions
have skyrocketed due to their
efforts. “We try to get the whole com-
Hilary & Bruce Murray
munity involved,” Hilary said. Neighbors
Wendy Silverman and Lauren
Baker have joined in to help.
As a board member, Hilary finds her
work for the Chapter extremely gratifying.
“At the meetings, we hear about
the progress being made in research.
It makes me feel good,” she related.
Dr. Tom Ullman of Chappaqua, a
gastroenterologist who specializes in
Crohn’s and colitis, also sits on the
board.
One person who is especially appreciative
of the volunteers’ efforts is Lisa
Harding, Development Manager of the
Chapter. “We wouldn’t be able to raise
nearly the amount of funds that we do
an annual basis without our volunteers,”
she noted. The event in February
raised over $300,000. “They’ve
been wonderful at helping with all of
our initiatives and with the awareness
part of our mission,” Harding added.
Future events include the Take Steps
Walk on May 19.
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