My Story…
I have decided to run the Pittsburgh marathon this year in honor of my late father. After a battle with pancreatic cancer, he passed in 2020. In his memory I will be raising money for the American Cancer Society.
As the 10th most commonly diagnosed form of cancer, an estimated 180 people are told they have pancreatic cancer each day. Less than 20% of these people will reach the five year mark after this diagnosis.
Symptoms typically develop over time, and with there being no standard test to make a diagnosis, detection in early stages is difficult. This makes treatment very complicated. Surgery is often the patient’s best chance at controlling the cancer, but with late detection so common most people are not eligible for procedure.
Research and clinical trials are necessary to develop early detection screenings so people are given a fighting chance. Pancreatic cancer is the third leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States. Without further research that number will only increase. A donation towards the American Cancer Society is for all those diagnosed with this terrible illness, and for their families and loved ones.
Thank you.
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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.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 17 | Gabby Nawrath | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Luke McCarron | $27.48 |
| Jan 16 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Logan Ryan | $27.48 |
| Jan 16 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Evan Mitchell | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Rob Mangan | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Andre Scheflen | $27.48 |
| Jan 16 | Lauren Stokes | Undisclosed amount |
| Jan 16 | Sam Nocito | Undisclosed amount |
