My Story…
I'm so excited to be running my first marathon ever in May!!
For those of you who have donated to my races before, you know I typically run for a different cause, but unfortunately they were not a participating charity. This year, I am proud to run in support of the American Cancer Society!
In 2020, we found out my mom had metastatic liver cancer, but the diagnosis didn't come soon enough. After weeks of tests, labs, and consultations, we finally learned what was going on...and that there was nothing we could do. It felt like we were taking one step forward and two steps back, never fully getting the answers we needed until the very end. Sometimes, I wonder if we found out sooner, could we have at least made her last days more comfortable? For many others, an early diagnosis could be whats saves their life.
This year, I run for early screenings and preventative care. I run for faster diagnoses and treatments that save lives. I run so that others can have the fighting chance my mom couldn't have.
Please consider donating to this incredible cause - no gift is too small. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement!
Love,
Holly
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30 | Zachary Best | $27.48 |
| Apr 24 | The Feitts | $100.00 |
| Apr 24 | K Moreno | $107.35 |
| Apr 24 | Tachelle | $27.48 |
| Apr 21 | Brittany Burgstahler | $27.48 |
| Apr 19 | Anita Feitt | $107.35 |
| Apr 11 | Jim DelBianco | $267.10 |
| Apr 06 | Abby W | $54.10 |
| Mar 21 | Liz and Mike | $54.10 |
| Mar 20 | Mandy Miaczynski | $27.48 |
