The Massage Therapy Foundation, through The Jacquelyn Project special fundraising initiative led by Marshall Dahneke to honor his daughter, Jacquelyn Penrose, supports the application of massage as a therapy to improve health and well-being. The initiative highlights the commitment to keeping Jacquelyn’s legacy alive by supporting breast cancer community service projects, particularly signifying Marshall Dahneke's dedication by participating in the Boston Marathon for this cause.
The Special Call for Breast Cancer-Related Community Service Projects grants aim to support organizations that provide therapeutic massage and bodywork to individuals directly impacted by breast cancer. This includes patients currently undergoing treatment, breast cancer survivors, caregivers, families coping with or who have lost a loved one to breast cancer. The grant's objectives emphasize creating partnerships between therapeutic massage/bodywork professionals and community organizations, fostering a supportive network for the affected community. The funding is designated for use within a 12-month period specifically for enhancing the well-being of those touched by breast cancer through massage therapy, ensuring projects adhere to regulatory compliance in the field of therapeutic massage and bodywork.