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Help Heather raise money

For participating in 2025 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend

My Story…

On May 4, I will be "running for a reason" by participating in the full Pittsbugh Marathon ~ 26.2 miles! My good friend and long time colleague's son was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis at the age of 5. He is now a sophomore in high school. When he was first diagnosed, there was no medical treatment available. Now, there are two medications available, and he is on a medicine that has changed his life for the better. I couldn't be happier to support such a worthy cause. Please consider donating to the NFCA! 

While I've completed many half marathons and 5Ks, this will only be my second full marathon. I completed the Honolulu Marathon in 2004, so I'm a bit older now, but I am ready for the challenge! I'll be combining my passion for health and fitness with running for a great cause. 

Donate to help Heather raise money for 2025 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend’s fundraising campaign.


Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Mar 21 Melissa Mirich You’re going to do amazing Heather!! Good luck 🍀💜 $43.45
Mar 14 Mary Beth Lee Neurofibromatosis warrior! You got this $54.10
Mar 12 Ireland Kennedy Good luck Heather!!! You'll do great! Undisclosed amount
Mar 09 Sara & Paul So proud of you! Run like the wind 🏃🏼‍♀️ $54.10
Mar 08 The Martinec Family Good Luck, Heather! $54.10
Mar 07 Mindy Naticchioni So proud of you Heather! Good luck! Undisclosed amount
Mar 07 Shannon Roeker Undisclosed amount
Mar 07 Kate Good luck, Heather!! I know you’ll do great. $25.00
Mar 06 Paula You’re going to rock it! Love you cousin $32.80
Mar 05 Uncle Russ & Aunt Jo You will do well! $38.13