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2025 - My Reason to Run

Second Annual Fundraiser

Why We're Hosting the Second Annual Fundraiser For Britney

I'm hosting this year's run/walk in Effingham to help raise funds for something incredibly personal. In 2022, I was diagnosed with an aggressive form of acute myeloid leukemia. I fought hard and survived, but the battle left me with a paralyzed arm and the loss of function in my hand after the cancer caused me to have a severe brain bleed.

Since then, I’ve been working toward recovery — part of that includes getting a specialized medical device that could help me regain the use of my hand and leg.

Fortunately, we were able to raise enough money to afford the leg device last year, which has allowed me to improve my walk and journey towards running again.

Unfortunately, insurance delays and an unexpected, drastic cost increase from the company have made it difficult to access the equipment I need to try and regain my hand function.

This is the second year I’m organizing the My Reason to Run to help fund this next step in my healing journey. If insurance ends up covering the device or a portion of it, any extra funds raised will go directly to someone else in need of medical support.

This isn’t just a fundraiser—it’s a step toward independence, and I’m so grateful for your support.

- Britney

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

5K RUN/WALK with TSHIRT - shirts not guaranteed after May 10

Registration closes in 2 days 22 hours

10K RUN with TSHIRT - shirts not guaranteed after May 10

Registration closes in 2 days 22 hours

Virtual 5K RUN/WALK & 10K with TSHIRT (INCLUDES SHIPPING COST) - shirts not guaranteed after May 10

Registration closes in 2 days 22 hours

CAN'T ATTEND? SUPPORT & ORDER A SHIRT!

Registration closes in 2 days 22 hours

1.5 MILE WALK with TSHIRT - shirts not guaranteed after May 10

Registration closes in 2 days 22 hours

THIS IS OUR SECOND ANNUAL "MY REASON TO RUN!"

My Reason to Run will help raise money for someone who needs support by helping with medical expenses. This year's proceeds will benefit Britney Walters-Chester in obtaining medical equipment after suffering a severe stroke due to her battle with Leukemia that left her partially paralyzed and unable to use her arm and having to learn how to walk and run again. The equipment will help her with regaining arm and hand movement and continue her recovery in walking and eventually running. We offer an in-person and virtual 1-Mile Walk, 10K Run, and 5K Run/Walk that caters to the casual and competitive runner and walker both in Illinois or outside the area. Join friends and family at our great race, filled with fun, good music, and a great cause!

Register before May 10 to guarantee a custom designed MY REASON TO RUN t-shirt in your size!

On and after May 10, 2025, and on race day, t-shirts are first come, first serve.

BIGGEST TEAM

GET A TEAM TOGETHER OF 10 OR MORE & WIN A TROPHY!

The biggest team winner will be announced on May 24!

START TIMES

ALL RACES WILL START AT 8:30 AM - 1.5 MILE WALK, 5K WALK/RUN & 10K RUN

Contact information

Event contact
Britney Walters-chester
Email
myreasontorun@gmail.com
Phone
2176638226
Website
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