Vanessa was a 27-year-old woman taking life by storm. Living in Manhattan, working for Google, practicing yoga, and forever cherishing her family and friends, Vanessa led life to the fullest. To know Vanessa was to be touched by someone special who left an indelible mark on your life. Vanessa was a kind, compassionate, intelligent person. She had a great sense of style and was happy to give advice to her mother, aunt, relatives, and friends as to how to pull off that special outfit. She loved running, walking, reading, yoga, and trips to Cape Cod beaches. Vanessa also was motivated. She graduated from Boston University and spent the next six years launching a successful career in digital marketing which culminated in her dream job at Google. But Vanessa always found time for more than work and play. Countless hours were quietly spent helping at a food bank, tutoring and mentoring high school students, supporting Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Children’s Hospital, and planting community gardens in the inner city. Vanessa always found time to embrace the spirit of giving back. 

The Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation empowers women to live boldly and fearlessly. We envision a world where women live free from objectification and harassment. We strive to achieve this goal through advocacy and education on gender equality and safety awareness. Vanessa inspires our mission and fuels our continued efforts.