Thank you to everyone who participated, shared, and supported this event. You enabled us to celebrate Sugar Bear’s life in a way that will directly impact Marines, Gold Star spouses, and children. We are about to launch the first phase of a new financial assistance program that will support Gold Star spouses who find themselves dealing with emergency needs. Funds raised from the Sugar Bear Memorial Run have been allocated towards this initiative and would not have been possible without your participation.
As I ran Wednesday, I reflected on my marriage to Mario, his role as the father to our children, his service to our country, and how his legacy lives on. I know this program would mean a great deal to him as he cared so much for the men and women he served alongside as well as their families. Included in this note is a link that not only pays tribute to Sugar Bear and Weasel but the Marines that rushed to their sides on that fateful day back in 2010. Before Mario left for Afghanistan, he told me if he did not make it back the Marines would take care of us. This video is proof of his words. As always if you would like to assist us in growing our mission, I invite you to reach out to our Admin@thesugarbearfoundaiton.org with your idea or suggestion.
Thank you,
Jennifer Carazo
Gold Star wife and Chairman
