Melissa's Squad

2026 Stepping Out - Durham, NC

We're Fundraising to Cure Scleroderma!

Thank you so much for visiting my Team Fundraising page in support of this Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma event!

Your donation makes a real difference. Giving through this page is simple, fast, and secure, and it’s the most effective way to support our team’s efforts to improve the lives of those living with scleroderma.

To make a donation, simply click “Donate” above to complete the form. Every gift, no matter the size, directly supports the National Scleroderma Foundation’s mission to advance medical research, promote disease awareness, and provide support and education to people with scleroderma, their families, and support networks.

Want to get more involved? Click “Join Us” up above, right below our team name. Sign up and help us raise vital funds and create awareness together!

Our team deeply appreciates your generosity and encouragement. Please consider sharing this page with friends and family who may also want to support. 

Together, we can raise awareness, support those living with scleroderma, and bring us one step closer to finding a cure.

Our Achievements

Team Raised $1,000

Team Raised $2,500

Team Raised $5,000

Team Raised $10,000

Thank you to our Sponsors

$2k

Ronni Marblestone

$520

Elizabeth & Matt Portnoy

Walking with Melissa!

$520

Judy And Alan Marblestone

Proud to sponsor Melissa.

$500

Epic Physical Therapy

$500

Elaine Hubal

$500

Matthew Portnoy

$266

Jill Banister

$264

Arthur And Debra Marblestone

$211

Classic Coverings

Happy to help in any way. Mary and Lisa

$200

Josh Kindler

$129

Sandi Bouchard

$107

Mickey And Jessica

$107

Micha Gittelman

$107

Bonnie Cohen

Hope you reach your goal

$107

Mindy Oberhardt

$107

Ken And Di Romley

Stay strong!

$107

Lauren Postyn

Proud to be walking along side of you!

$107

Debbie Orol

Happy to support you in this amazing endeavor

$104

Nancy Slusher

$104

Aliza Bricklin & Andy Schwab

You go girl; you got this!

$100

Sandy Zwickel

To the friend I’ve known longer than anyone except my family - I wish I were there to walk with you, but I’m there with you in spirit! Love you Melissa!

$100

Russell Peskin

$100

Claire Serratelli

You Go Girl! I'd walk with you, if only I lived closer! Best wishes for a successful walk and mission to fund research. Love you! Claire

$100

Marlene Langsam

$100

Anonymous

$100

Cheri Lydon

$97

Karen Rabins

Proud supporter of Melissa’s squad!

$81

Lawrence Sichel

$80

Deborah Orol

$80

Sandi Bouchard

$59

Jennifer Feinstein

Definitely Team Melissa!! Happy to donate in your honor!

$57

Linda Philipcik

$55

Sharyn Shapiro

$55

Carmen

Count on me!!

$55

Sheryl Jamison

$55

Dara & Alan Finkelstein

$55

Johnnye Locke

Melissa, you go girl!!

$55

Tamra Green

$55

Elyse Goldberg-werner

I will be there walking right alongside you❤️

$55

Michelle And Charles Marvin

Go MELIS!!!! You are a champion ,always.

$55

John And Christine

Good luck and happy to help. John and Christine

$54

Rachelle Jay Schwartz

Thank you for raising awareness for such a great cause!

$50

Marsha And Michael Degnan

Wish I could be there with you in person!

$50

Laura Wade

Go Team Linda! We will try to make it!

$50

Stacey Horowitz

Sending prayers!

$40

Jules Lippe-klein

<3

$40

Melissa Kindler

$40

Gary Kindler

$40

Sarah Moessinger

$40

Linda Philipcik

$40

Jill Banister

$40

Rachel Strauss

$40

Janis And John Zaremba

Thank you for the opportunity to contribute toward more research. You rock Melissa!

$40

Sharon Mills

$40

Eileen And Andrew Shulman

Happy to support your cause

$40

Amy Ripps

$36

Heidi Sadowitz

Melissa! I’ll always be on your team!

$36

Greta And Saul Schiffman

$35

Chelsea Wells

Wish I could be there to support. Would love to maybe join next year! Love you!!!! Hope the weather is nice and warm!

$31

Sarah Moessinger

$28

Amy Geller

Hi Melissa! Miss you! ♥️

$28

Samara, Justin, & Jordan Foley

We love you, Melissa!

$28

Diane Gazzini

Go team! 🎊🎉 From Linda’s sister

$25

Maureen Scanlon

$25

Judith Lippe Klein

$25

Joo Ae Chu