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Help Melissa raise money

For participating in 2024 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend

My Story…

In April of 2023, we lost my Dad, Bruce, to early onset Alzheimer's.  He was my running buddy and my biggest cheerleader.  I am dedicating this half marathon to him and to raising funds and awareness for the Alzheimer's Association. 

Right now, there is no cure.  Early detection and early diagnosis can be difficult, especially for those showing symptoms at a younger age.  It is estimated that 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's.  What our family learned during this very difficult disease, is that it doesn't just affect the person with Alzheimer's, it changes the entire family and impacts friends.  

Through advocacy and fundraising, we can hopefully change the course of this disease.  Instead of it being a life altering and life ending diagnosis, I hope one day there is a cure for Alzheimer's.

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As an ALZ Stars runner, I am joining the fight against Alzheimer's and all other dementia by raising funds and awareness for the Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter! Funds raised support the Alzheimer's Association vision of a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. To learn more, visit alz.org today. Thank you for your support!

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
May 08 Lauren Blauw $27.48
Mar 27 Cathy Kirsch Beautiful celebration of your father's life and his love of running with you. $267.10
Feb 20 Emily Stubler Cheering you on from afar! Your dad is surely proud of you for putting in the miles and keeping his memory alive! $50.00
Feb 19 Meg Losi $27.48
Feb 18 Dee Halton Cheering you on and love that you are honoring your Dad through this race! $107.35
Feb 18 Wilderotters Love you ❤️‍🩹 $107.35
Feb 18 Regan Page $27.48
Feb 17 Keriann Didier $22.15
Feb 17 Kim Grindle He is smiling down on you! I miss him everyday 💔 $267.10
Feb 17 Deb Tappen Such a great cause and a tribute to a wonderful man. $107.35