Backstory

Who on earth are the MOMbies?

 We are a collective of moms shedding our everyday persona to transform into ghastly zombies, taking to the streets for a purpose greater than ourselves. Casting aside fears, we venture beyond comfort zones as we dance to raise funds for breast cancer research. Each performance is a fusion of fun, community, and support, creating lasting memories and meaningful contributions to an important cause.

It all began with a simple question—what happened to our spirit of play?

 In the fall of 2016, I found the answer in a wild idea to have a flash mob of spooky moms surprise our kids and neighbors on Halloween. Keeping the dance under wraps was not easy, but with a slew of excuses to sneak out for regular rehearsals—Zumba sessions, girls' nights out, book club—we got to work. We weren’t dancers. We were moms at play. Picture the neighbors' astonishment and our children's eyes widening as zombies emerged stealthily from bushes, driveways, and the front porch! We were eerily enchanting in our homemade costumes as we disrupted the trick-or-treat routine and took charge of the street.

 Unbeknown at the time, something much bigger was coming to life. The MOMbie Movement was born.

That wacky night unexpectedly marked the start of an incredible journey. We had fans, a viral video with millions of views, and a community clamoring for more. And, we had an opportunity to channel the magic of the MOMbies into something even more meaningful. We simply asked those who enjoyed the show to support The Cancer Couch Foundation, where 100% of donations and event proceeds go directly to metastatic breast cancer research. Founded by our cherished community mom, Rebecca Scalera, every dollar raised was doubled by an anonymous donor. The response was beyond our expectations. Our dance truly made a difference.

Each year, Halloween mischief evolved with new music and moves. One year our Dance-To-Donate project united Fairfield University students and local first responders, moving everyone to tears. On another occasion, we took our spooky troupe to the streets of downtown Fairfield, captivating hundreds of onlookers from alleyways, storefronts, and sidewalks. With every performance, our fundraising efforts gained momentum.

We started out as just a bunch of neighborhood moms, rookies, and grandmas alike, only to discover that we are so much more than "just" that. We're MOMbies. We find purpose in play, build lifelong friendships, and have established a wonderful tradition in our quaint New England town. Amidst our shared laughter and the grace of imperfect steps, we help make a difference for those living with breast cancer. In particular, we dance for our cherished and inspirational friends Rebecca Scalera and Original MOMbie, Caryn Sullivan.

With Love,

Terry