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Help John raise money

For participating in Servus Calgary Marathon 2023

My Story…

In what became the last conversation I ever had with Erin Murphy before she unexpectedly passed away in October, I told her about my desire to complete a Half Marathon to strike it off the bucket list. What I learned from her sudden departure from this world, is that no one is guaranteed tomorrow. So I decided to register and will run in her honour and hope to raise money to support Crohn's & Colitis Canada. 

Erin struggled with Crohn's for most of her adult life but she never let it stop her. She was a fighter and an inspiration to all who met her. I have a teenage Niece who struggles with Crohn's and many close friends. I'm running this race and creating this Team to support everyone that struggles with IBD. 

With my lofty goal of raising $25K, I hope to make I make treatments accessible/affordable to all who need it. Improve the quality of life of those who suffer with Crohn's and also fund groundbreaking research to find new treatments for all who suffer from this horrible, debilitating disease. 

Erin Murphy was a local hero. An exceptional Nurse at the Alberta Children's Hospital with the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. She spent so much of her life in hospital beds as a kid, that she became a Pediatric ICU Nurse to pay it forward. She received a commendation from a Patient's family the day after she passed, citing Erin as the reason their child is still alive. She was a shining star and a very dear friend. Help me reach my goal, support me in any way you can and let's help other's in memory of Erin Murphy. 

Rest peacefully Erin Murphy! Sarah, the kids and I love you and miss you dearly. 


Description

Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding the cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of children and adults affected by these diseases. We are one of the top two health charity funders of Crohn’s and colitis research in the world, investing over $130 million in research since 1974, leading to important breakthroughs in genetics, gut microbes, inflammation and cell repair as well as laying the groundwork for new and better treatments. We are transforming the lives of people affected by Crohn’s and colitis (the two main forms of inflammatory bowel disease) through research, patient programs, advocacy, and awareness.    

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
May 16 Tammy nelson Thanks for running for Erin! She was an amazing person and she would be so proud of you for accomplishing you goal! $54.31
May 16 Murphy’s Run I’m sure she will be shinning down on you with the biggest smile, as you cross that finish line. $54.31
May 16 DJ Giacobbo $54.31
May 16 Robyn This is such a nice way to honor her! I hope you have an awesome race! $27.60
May 16 Darby Rahme Good luck on race day John! Undisclosed amount
May 16 Josh Marlatt Great work John and good luck on the 28th! $54.31
May 16 Michael Miller $107.72
May 16 Sameer Lally Good luck John! If there is any Lightning that day, you'll be fine, but if there are any Panthers...run harder! $54.31
May 16 Anonymous Best of luck with the run and the cause John! Undisclosed amount
May 16 Jackie Moss Good cause Halligan, run hard! $54.31