Welcome to the Fundraising Page for Nicholas Ferrante!
“Every day is a new adventure.”
It’s a phrase I heard thousands of times growing up. Any time my dad answered the phone, it was the same rhythm. A deep “Hello,” a brief pause, and then, “Every day is a new adventure.”
It took me years to truly understand what he meant.
Life does not always unfold the way we plan. Some days are calm waters. Others bring waves you never saw coming. My dad understood that. He embraced each day with humility, grit, and gratitude, whether he was tackling paperwork, fixing something around the house, or building a model in the basement with tools you’ve never heard of or seen before. But regardless of what was ever thrown his way, he showed up for his family every single day.
We lost my father, Rocco, on May 20, 2021 after his courageous fight with small cell lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. He was the strongest and most selfless man I have ever known. A devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Not a day goes by that I do not think about him.
But this year feels different.
This year, I lace up my running shoes not only as a son, but as a father.
Caitlyn and I welcomed our daughter, Selena, into the world last August, and suddenly that phrase, “Every day is a new adventure,” carries even more meaning. I see it now in the early mornings, the quiet moments, the responsibility, and the overwhelming gratitude of parenthood. I think about the example I want to set for her. The strength I want her to witness and model herself eventually. Ultimately, the legacy I hope to carry forward from my dad.
That is why I am running the NYC Half Marathon this year in Rocco’s memory and in support of Team Continuum.
Team Continuum supports pediatric cancer patients and their families, helping to ease the financial and emotional burdens that come with treatment so families can focus on what matters most, caring for their children. As a new father, I cannot imagine navigating a medical battle like that with your child. It deepens our commitment to this cause in ways I cannot fully put into words.
This run is for my dad. It is for the families facing unimaginable challenges. And it is for Selena, so one day she will know where she comes from and the kind of resilience and love that runs in her blood.
If you are able to support our fundraising efforts, we are deeply grateful. Your generosity helps make a tangible difference in the lives of families who need it most.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us and for helping us honor Rocco in a way that reflects the life he lived.
With love and gratitude,
Nick
#RunForRocco
Welcome to the Fundraising Page for Nicholas Ferrante!
“Every day is a new adventure.”
It’s a phrase I heard thousands of times growing up. Any time my dad answered the phone, it was the same rhythm. A deep “Hello,” a brief pause, and then, “Every day is a new adventure.”
It took me years to truly understand what he meant.
Life does not always unfold the way we plan. Some days are calm waters. Others bring waves you never saw coming. My dad understood that. He embraced each day with humility, grit, and gratitude, whether he was tackling paperwork, fixing something around the house, or building a model in the basement with tools you’ve never heard of or seen before. But regardless of what was ever thrown his way, he showed up for his family every single day.
We lost my father, Rocco, on May 20, 2021 after his courageous fight with small cell lung cancer and pulmonary fibrosis. He was the strongest and most selfless man I have ever known. A devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. Not a day goes by that I do not think about him.
But this year feels different.
This year, I lace up my running shoes not only as a son, but as a father.
Caitlyn and I welcomed our daughter, Selena, into the world last August, and suddenly that phrase, “Every day is a new adventure,” carries even more meaning. I see it now in the early mornings, the quiet moments, the responsibility, and the overwhelming gratitude of parenthood. I think about the example I want to set for her. The strength I want her to witness and model herself eventually. Ultimately, the legacy I hope to carry forward from my dad.
That is why I am running the NYC Half Marathon this year in Rocco’s memory and in support of Team Continuum.
Team Continuum supports pediatric cancer patients and their families, helping to ease the financial and emotional burdens that come with treatment so families can focus on what matters most, caring for their children. As a new father, I cannot imagine navigating a medical battle like that with your child. It deepens our commitment to this cause in ways I cannot fully put into words.
This run is for my dad. It is for the families facing unimaginable challenges. And it is for Selena, so one day she will know where she comes from and the kind of resilience and love that runs in her blood.
If you are able to support our fundraising efforts, we are deeply grateful. Your generosity helps make a tangible difference in the lives of families who need it most.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us and for helping us honor Rocco in a way that reflects the life he lived.
With love and gratitude,
Nick
#RunForRocco
Comments:
Becky Harding says
Go Nick go! Good luck!
Jared Haverson says
Run Nick Run!
Gabrielle Root says
Good luck Nick- so proud!
John Akey says
Run for those (me) who just can’t.
August Delia says
Good for you!
Maxwell Weberman says
Get it done dude!
Andrew Dennis says
Never stop pushing towards your goal.
Mike Augliera says
Good luck
Matt Hannaford says
God speed
J.B. Aliyu says
Get after it Nicky!
Patrick Dunn says
good luck Nick
Mike Reilly says
lots of vaseline, and tape the nips. God speed!
Dahna Bishop Bishop says
Good luck Nick!
Anna Harabosky says
Great cause. Good luck!
Katie Lewery says
Go Nick! ❤️
Love, Katie and Sasha
Jeanne Ferrante says
185 Todt Hill Road
Hershal Dave Dave says
The faster you run the less time you have to spend running. Get after it brother
MICHAEL V DENAPOLES DENAPOLES says
200 WATER ST
Kristie DiTomasso DiTomasso says
Good luck!! You got this!!
Alexa Alpert says
GO NICK! RUN!!
Demi Lopez says
Crush it !!!
Cali Lavey Lavey says
WOOOO! Go Nick go!
Wesley Collins says
Did you buy a new pair of shoes just for this? My recommendation is to wear a broken in pair.
Jennifer Pisciotta says
Good luck, Nick!!
Jennifer Pisciotta says
Good luck, Nick!!
Jake Kalmus says
Break out those Nike kicks
Vikramjit Birdi says
Good luck Nick!
Michael Bernardini Bernardini says
Go Get Em!
Andrew Casalino says
Good luck Nick! Proud of you brotha!
Brandon Kappel says
Letsssss goooooooooo!
Kevin Murphy says
Do it for the kids!
Zachary Carlson says
385 Union Ave Apt 2i
Amanda Malloy says
Good Luck, Nick!
Jacqueline Zlevor says
Good Luck, Nick!!
Alyssa Karabin says
Good luck Nick!!!
Lindsay Ramon says
LETS GO!!!!!
Susan Ouyang Ouyang says
Rooting for you guys! Go Nick and Caitlyn!
Stephanie Cooper-Phillips says
Best of luck on this adventure!
Ted Bergeron says
Run like the wind, Nick and Caitlyn! In loving memory of Rocco.
Helen Zhao says
to the moooon!!
Brianna Cook Cook says
Cheering you on, Nick & Caitlyn! Hope y’all are proud of yourselves for taking on this feat–no matter how you perform against your expectations/goals!
Robin Singer says
Go get ‘em!
Daniel Lear says
Happy Birthday, Nick!
Alana Brolly says
Love you! Go kick ass!
Alex Garry says
Crush it, brother.
Matthew Vitebsky says
Run baby run!
Jerry Bonura says
Rocco was a great Father, Husband and Role Model. He raised my best friend and shaped him into the man he is today – who is also a role model to me.
In honor of Rocco giving me my first drink of Johnny Walker Blue, I’m donating the price of a bottle to Nick’s run.
Steve Chieca says
Good luck Nick & Cait!
Michelle Labiento says
The power couple takes on the NYC Marathon! Best of luck to you both, I know Rocco would be proud! Love you both forever!
Diane Ripple says
Good luck!!!
Kerri Salmon says
So proud of you both!!!! xo
Natalie Nick and Mila Kaszei says
Run Nick, Run Cait! So proud of you guys. Hope your marathon experience is everything and more! Remember the pain is temporary 😉 good luck! Xo
Andreas Chrysostomou says
Good luck to you both!!!!
Katrina Ungar says
Congrats and good luck !!
Calli Tepper says
Great cause! Best of luck to you and Cait!
Elisa Alban says
Best of luck ❤️❤️❤️
Francesca Chiofolo says
Go Nick & Cait! We are so proud of you! Run for Rocco! ❤️
Jonathan DiTringo says
Good
Good!!!
Love you brother.
Katie Lewery says
Love you guys ❤️
So proud of you Nick❤️
Miss you always, Uncle Rocco❤️
RICHY D’ARPA says
God Speed Nick & Caitlyn, proud of you two !!! Roc man, I miss you my brother very very much !!!
Kelsey O’Brien says
Good luck!! Can’t wait to cheer y’all on!
Kaz Sanchez says
My heart and Love is with you and Caitlyn, ALWAYS!
Now go Kick-ass!!!
XOXO
Christine Stamas says
Go Team Ferrante!!! Love, the Verveniotis Family
Effie and Larry Coyle says
Great cause and your dad would be so proud. Good luck
Rachael Cowell says
Good Luck!
Rick and Maria Aranguren says
Nick and Caitlyn,
We are so proud of you for doing this! #RunForRocco 💜
Jeanne Ferrante says
Nick + Caitlyn, Dad will be with you every step of the way! You guys make an incredible team! I’m so proud of your determination and discipline! I love you so much for doing this!!!! #RunForRocco
Andy, Sharon, Harper Maravegias says
Run, Ferrantes, Run!
Manuel Alban says
Good luck!!!
Annette Kaselis says
Good luck on this new adventure!
Brandon & Nicole Kappel says
Run Nicky Run!
Deanna Alban says
So proud of you guys! Keep up the great work on this adventure… for Rocco!❤❤❤
Lisa Paganis Paganis says
Congratulations Nick and Catilyn running this race in honor of your dad! You got this! So proud of both of you! Love your cousins from Boston, Lisa, Stephen, Stacie, Annalise & Anthony
Joanne Falce says
Good luck Nick & Cait!!
-Love, Joanne & Sean
Matthew De Castro says
Much love to Nick & Cait – great event to support and thank you for your contribution to this cause!
Maryann Bonis says
Hope it’s a fun run
Antonia Lewery says
God Bless,,,,,,,
Karen Lee says
I’m happy to support you team.
kenneth vanecek says
good luck and win
Jennifer Siroky says
Good luck!!
Chelsea & Nick Masotto says
Can’t wait to cheer you guys on! So proud of you both!!
Matthew De Castro says
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Matthew De Castro says
Forgot to add donation the 1st time lol, best wishes!
Dorothy Anastasiadis says
Wishing you both good luck!
Vanessa Anastasiadis says
So proud of both of you!! Good luck!!
Maureen Sullivan says
Wishing you a great race, Nick and Caitlyn!
Linda & Mike Chiappone says
For a wonderful cause!! In memory of a wonderful man.
Mary Ann Chinellato says
I knew Rocky many years. He was such a wonderful man. I was so sad to hear of his passing. He certainly will be proud of both of you.
Roseann Vitale says
What a great way to memorialize your father’s life.. I’m sure he is so proud of you both and will be smiling down from heaven.
Roseann Vitale says
What a great way to memorialize your father’s life.. I’m sure he is so proud of you both and will be smiling down from heaven.
Vicki Taylor says
Your Dad would be so proud! Xx
Nick and Elaine Stamas says
Nick and Caitlyn we are so proud of you both. You are both amazing. Way to go….
Nick and Elaine Stamas says
Nick and Caitlyn.. we are so proud of both of you. You are amazing . Way to go….
Margaret Avellino says
Good luck!!!
Jeanne Englert says
Best wishes. Someone special is watching over the two of you
Maryann Bill Fitzgerald says
Lots of Love Cait and Nick! We love and miss you ROCCO 💙💙💙💙💙💙 💙 Love Mar and Bill and Family xoxoxo
Courtney Hoctor says
Good luck Caitlyn!!
Annie Vines says
BEYOND proud of you both. Love you forever, can’t wait to cheer you on ❤️
Denise Russo says
Good Luck Nick & Caitlyn! ♥️♥️
Run For Rocco! ♥️
Family Aranguren says
Wishing both of you the best. Run, run for this wonderful cause. Congratulations.
Hurra! Hurra!! Ferrantes-besitos
Nick Costides says
Best of luck!
Bill & Christine Dempsey says
Have a great race!
Jody Brower says
What a great way to honor your dad!!
Good luck! You guys got this.
Suzanne Rowan says
Best of luck on your new adventure! You are honoring your Dad in such a fantastic way!
Suzanne Biangasso says
Good Luck!!!!
Jonathan Weiss says
If you win the whole race I’ll be a Knicks fan.
Ryan Ferrette says
Run forest
James Komorowski says
Good luck guys!!!
Aaron-Taylor Austin Austin says
the future is now!
Steve Sachs says
Good luck!
Chris Aranguren says
Go guys go! Yall got this easy 💪🏼
Susan Failla says
Good Luck Nick and Caitlyn !
Beautiful way to remember your Dad 💙
Amanda Malloy says
Good luck to Nick and Caitlin! Love you guys!
Kathleen Thompson says
Jeanne: much love to you and your family, and best to Nick and Caitlyn!
Jane Joyce says
GOD bless you!!
Brian and Shari Silver says
Go Nick! We are proud of your effort in all areas of your life!
the Vigs Family says
We are so proud of you!!! 🩵
Katie Lewery says
So proud of you Nicky!!
Jeanne Ferrante says
I’m so proud of you, Nick ❤️ Dad is smiling down on all of us 🙏🏻
#RunForRocco
Roger Smith says
Good luck Nick!
Maria and Rick Aranguren says
Nick, you always have our support!
Wffie Coyle says
Good luck Nick
Maravegias Family says
Go get ‘em kid!
Joseph Stottler says
Go NY go NY go!
– The Stottler’s
Maryann Bonis says
Way to go
Mackenzie Ferrante says
Good luck!!! Love Joe, Mackenzie, and Josie ♥️
James Komorowski says
Bust a move Nick!
Patricia Alban says
Love you , your resilience and how you always honor your dad. Good luck 😘😘
Alexis Ventura says
Go Nick!!! You will crush it!!
Kevin O Dowd says
Go Nick Gooo