Our 2026 Recipients

Arya Cerniglia​

Our goofy, intelligent, and incredibly brave four-year-old daughter is fighting a terrifying battle with severe epilepsy. It breaks our hearts to see how the sheer exhaustion of myoclonic seizures and heavy medications occasionally mute her sparkly energy. This diagnosis has completely altered our lives with endless hospital stays and unforeseen costs, turning simple routines—like riding in a car—into high-risk triggers. While we’ve managed to secure a sleep monitor and a service puppy that just began training, we still face critical, unfunded safety needs, including finishing her safety fence and getting specialized travel gear. We are profoundly grateful for our village; any support to help us navigate this new normal and keep our little girl safe means the absolute world to us.

Rich Creighan

Rich Creighan is courageously facing Stage 4 prostate cancer. For more than 12 years, Rich has been a cherished part of the Mars community, generously dedicating his time to coaching and mentoring local youth through baseball. His influence has reached far beyond the field by shaping character, building confidence, and helping countless kids feel supported and included.

Rich’s love for the game and commitment to others continues through his two children, who currently play baseball for Mars High School. Now, our community has the opportunity to come together and support someone who has always put others first. Please join us in showing love, gratitude, and support for Rich, Molly, and their family as they navigate this difficult time.

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