At the age of 23 I was diagnosed with Ocular Melanoma in my left eye.  It wasn't from the sun, it was just bad luck.  Ocular Melanoma starts in your eye and can metastasize to your liver.  Through my journey, I was incredibly lucky and the tumors were only in my eye.  Unfortunately, there are many people who weren't so lucky.  Unfortunately, we all know someone who had a different journey than I. 

That is why I joined the SAA community so that, together, we can change that. I am challenging myself by swimming and raising as much money to fight cancer as I can. Please support me by sponsoring my swim and making a gift. The money you give will go towards cancer research, prevention and treatment and will make an impact in the fight to find a cure.  Thank you for your generosity and may it lead to a cancer-free world!

You can make a credit card donation here, or send a check to Swim Across America, 8508 Park Rd. #389, Charlotte, NC 28210.

Checks should be made out to Swim Across America but please include a note mentioning my name as the swimmer you are supporting!