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Diagnosed with metastatic Ewing sarcoma when she was 13, Martha faced her cancer diagnosis and the next seven years of treatment with remarkable courage and her trademark sense of humor. She dedicated much of her time and energy during those years to the effort to find better treatment options and a cure for other young people like herself. Martha’s legacy is one of strength, courage, and love.
2024
$37,268
Funds Raised in 2024
$37,268
Total Funds Raised
Since 2024
Martha Riedel, 20, passed away on the morning of April 15, 2022, surrounded by her loving family at their home in Boulder, Colorado.

Martha lived for her family and cherished the close and sacred bonds they shared. She will forever be remembered and admired for her compassionate soul, courageous spirit, and creative talent, and for her inquisitive mind and irreverent sense of humor. Martha had a unique and authentic way of bringing joy to everyone who knew her, and her many relatives, friends, neighbors, classmates, educators, healthcare providers, and coaches are left profoundly impacted by her life and legacy. 

Martha held strong convictions about what it means to be a good person. She believed in equity for all, regardless of one’s gender identity, sexual orientation, or race. Martha was also passionate about learning and education. She honored the sciences and believed in the power of data and the scientific method to discover and verify information about our world. From a very early age, Martha demonstrated incredible creative abilities and remained a lifelong artist and maker. She was an award-winning potter and leader in the arts community at Boulder High School and beyond. 

Martha loved delicious food and physical activity. Whether it was snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking, yoga, or standup paddleboarding, she lived for fun and adventure. Martha also had a passion for traveling to both new and familiar destinations. One of her favorite places to visit was a spot on the shores of Lake Michigan where she enjoyed paddling out into the calm water to take in the beauty of the natural world. 

Diagnosed with metastatic Ewing sarcoma when she was 13, Martha faced her cancer diagnosis and the next seven years of treatment with remarkable courage and her trademark sense of humor. She dedicated much of her time and energy during those years to the effort to find better treatment options and a cure for other young people like herself. Martha’s legacy is one of strength, courage, and love.

Please join us and help fund Ewing sarcoma research so other kids have better treatment options.

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Donations given to Forever Martha Strong go directly to the St. Baldrick's Foundation to fund lifesaving childhood cancer research around the world. The Foundation is guided by a Scientific Advisory Committee, comprised of leading experts in the childhood cancer community, to ensure that every dollar makes the greatest impact for kids with cancer.

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These people make us smile - they're the doers and money-raisers on behalf of Forever Martha Strong. They're shaving their heads, hosting events, starting fundraisers, and more to make childhood cancer research possible.

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2024 Events for Forever Martha Strong

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    Run for a Reason
    • Apr 28th, 2024
    • Eugene, OR
    • 17 participants
    • $6,755.54 raised

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      Team Parmesan
      • Boulder High School
      • Boulder, CO
      • 5 participants
      • $31,028.45 raised

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      Start your own St. Baldrick’s head-shaving event to raise money on behalf of our Hero Fund! You’ll be paired with a staff member who will walk you through every step of the process, and you’ll have fun knowing you’re doing a great thing for kids with cancer.

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      Register to shave your head and raise money for our Hero Fund at any St. Baldrick’s event happening around the world! Not finding an event near you? Register as a virtual shavee and shave your head anytime, anywhere.

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