Spotlight
Featured Fundraiser
Brianna Brodt
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation is delighted to recognize Brianna Brodt
“Cancer can be
a heartbreaking
disease, but it is good
for demonstrating extraordinary fundraising efforts for the MMRF Team for Cures
5K Walk/Run Program. The MMRF hopes that this spotlight feature will motivate
and assist other participants with new fundraising methods so one day we can reach
our ultimate goal, finding a cure.
This year will be Brianna Brodt’s first time participating in the MMRF Team for Cures
to know that none of
5K Walk/Run Program. She is running in honor of her father, Darwin Brodt, who was
us have to go through
numerous chemotherapy treatments, two stem cell transplants, and two clinical trials.
this battle alone.”
— Brianna Brodt
diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2009. Since his diagnosis he has participated in
Throughout Brodt’s journey his cancer has relapsed three times. He has been so brave
and has fought so hard over the past 6 years that Brianna wanted to do something to
help him in his fight. She chose the MMRF Team for Cures because she has a passion
for running and loves that these races specifically target Multiple Myeloma. Brianna
says, “The MMRF has done an amazing job of raising awareness and raising money for
research; it is something I was eager to be part of.”
Most of Brianna’s fundraising has been done through the use of social media. Facebook
and Instagram were particularly helpful in getting the word out. Many people shared
her fundraising link well beyond her scope of friends. Additionally, Marc Boriosi from
The Levity Ball was kind enough to raise further awareness through his article “Steve
Aoki Helps in Teacher’s Cancer Fight,” an article highlighting Steve Aoki’s generous
donation of $100 to the team, “Brodt’s Battalion.” Brianna is beyond excited to be
participating in the MMRF Team for Cures: New York City 5K and is overwhelmed
by the support she has received thus far.
Support Team Brodt’s Battalion