Community Raises Funds for Hockey Coach Battling Cancer

The Chelmsford community is coming together to help one of their own. A GoFundMe page dedicated to help Chelmsford High School Hockey Coach Mike McGrath and his family as he battles cancer has raised more than $22,000 in just over two weeks.

Last December, McGrath was diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma. In February his tumor was surgically removed and he is currently undergoing aggressive chemotherapy and radiation treatments in Boston at Mass General Hospital.

And the unwavering show of support from the community shows the team spirit of this longtime coach, Edge facility manager and father of three.

In the 16 days since the page was established, 151 donors have raised $22,480 for McGrath and his family.

“While Mike is certainly one of the physically strongest and mentally toughest men you will ever meet, no one should have to beat this disease alone,” the page states.

Funds raised will help the family with the financial burden of hospital stays, testing, treatments, medications and travel costs.

For more information or to make a donation, visit the GoFundMe page Help Coach McGrath >>>