Brooke and Alek Bender recently lost their mother, Erin, after her courageous two-year battle with glioblastoma. Erin was a devoted mom and a Physician Assistant, and her strength and compassion touched everyone around her. Now, as Brooke and Alek face the future without her, they are determined to honor her legacy by pursuing their own dreams.

Brooke hopes to follow in her mom’s footsteps and become a Physician Assistant, or possibly enter the field of Pharmacy. Alek is passionate about engineering and is exploring opportunities to build a career in that field. Both are committed to their education and want to make their mom proud. The funds raised here will go directly toward their college expenses, helping them take the next steps toward bright futures.

Any support for Brooke and Alek’s college funds would mean the world to their family. Investing in their education is what Erin would have wanted, and your generosity will help them carry forward her spirit and values. Thank you for considering a gift to support Brooke and Alek as they begin this new chapter.