Hiking the Appalachian Trail for Breast Cancer

In 2018 I lost my wife, Sandy Wright, to triple-negative breast cancer. To celebrate her life, and mark my own healing journey, I am hiking the Appalachian Trail - a lifelong dream that Sandy and I had hoped to do together.

The Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking-only footpath in the world measuring 2,198 miles. It travels through 14 states, 6 National Parks, 8 National Forests, and 2 Wildlife Refuges. The elevation gain is equivalent to climbing Mt. Everest 16 times and takes an average of 6 months to complete. It's the adventure of a lifetime and has been on my bucket list since childhood - at 16 years old I convinced Sandy to add it to hers.

This fundraiser aims to make the journey between Georgia and Maine financially possible. Donations will be used for resources, supplies, and gear and will help offset the time away from work.

The strength and generosity of the community that surrounds me have allowed this tribute to Sandy to come to life - thank you for being part of that.

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Separate from this GoFundMe, I will be documenting my journey on social media and raising money for triple-negative breast cancer research. Sandy donated her tumors to help scientists and doctors better understand this devastating disease for the betterment of patient lives. This separate fundraiser will be organized directly with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where Sandy was treated and will begin the day I start hiking.

Please follow the social media accounts below to track my journey, receive updates on both fundraisers, and spread the word!

Instagram: Steven C Wright

Facebook: Jocelyn Wright

Thank you and God bless,

Steven Wright