My Story…
For the last 10 years, I have been a part of the Pittsburgh Marathon's Run for a Reason program. I am humbled that so many people have donated to help me support the Pittsburgh Promise, the LIVING Ministry, Urban Impact Foundation, and the Pittsburgh Project.
This year, I am choosing to run the Pittsburgh Marathon to raise money for the American Cancer Society. In July, my mom was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer that had metathesized to her liver. The next 3 months were hard for my family and me as we watched my mom go through treatments, enter into palliative care, and eventually, pass away on September 13th.
I am raising money for the American Cancer Society to help find a cure to give families hope who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
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Why I Am Participating in the Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend to Support the American Cancer Society
For the first time in history, the American Cancer Society's mission is at risk - including their ability to fund cancer research. The American Cancer Society needs to be here to help patients face cancer with comprehensive support, but they need our help to be able to do so. Every dollar will truly make a difference right now.
Taking part in this event gives me the chance to make a difference and honor those touched by cancer by raising funds for groundbreaking research and services for people dealing with cancer. I'm also participating to inspire hope for those facing the disease and raising money for the American Cancer Society's event to help save lives from cancer. I hope you'll consider signing up too.
Funds raised support cancer patient programs and groundbreaking research that can help save lives. This event also celebrates over 15.5 million cancer survivors nationwide. 15.5 MILLION. That's huge. That's why I'd love your support. Will you join me? And if you can't would you be so kind as to make a donation?
DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more. The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing.
DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more. The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28 | Patti and Saleem Ghubril | $107.35 |
| Oct 27 | New Mexico Longs. | $54.10 |
| Oct 27 | Travis McCall | $22.15 |
| Oct 27 | Beth Infuso | $54.10 |
| Oct 27 | In memory of Cheryl and Jane | $27.48 |
