If you know Colleen "Bean" McKnight, you know she is truly one of the brightest lights in this world. Bean has an extraordinary gift for making every person she meets feel seen, loved, valued, and important. She is the first to show up for others, to celebrate their joys, and to carry them through their hardest moments, even while quietly carrying so much herself.

On October 29, 2023, Bean's life changed forever when her beloved husband, Ryan, passed away unexpectedly. Their two sons, Seamus and Blaise, are a beautiful reflection of the extraordinary love that Bean and Ryan shared. 

Now, Bean is facing another unimaginable challenge. She has recently been diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer and has begun treatment. As she navigates this journey while raising two young boys, we have the opportunity to surround her with the same love and generosity she has shown so many others throughout her life.

This page was created to make it easy for those who want to help. Whether you sign up to provide a meal, contribute toward laundry or house cleaning services, or simply send a note of encouragement, every act of kindness will help lighten the load and remind Bean that she is deeply loved and never walking this road alone.

Thank you for being part of the village that will carry Bean and her boys through the days ahead. Every prayer, every meal, every donation, and every encouraging word is a tangible reminder that hope is stronger when it is shared.