My Story…
Hi friends!
I’ve always been a huge animal lover, and adopting rescue dogs has truly been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. That’s why I’m running Grandma’s Marathon as a charity runner for Animal Allies—an organization that does incredible work for animals in the local community.
Let me introduce you to my inspiration:
💛 Kato was our lovable troublemaker—a dog with a big personality and even bigger heart. One of my favorite memories is of Kato surfing (yes, surfing!) at the Walk for the Animals in Tempe, Arizona. He was always the star of the show and a total ham every day of his life. We had to say goodbye to Kato last fall, but his spirit keeps me smiling (and keeps me moving!) on every training run.
💛 Pickles is our sweet, brave girl. She started out very shy but has blossomed into the kindest, most loyal companion. Pickles reminds me every day how rescue dogs can bloom with a little love and patience.
I’ve seen firsthand the amazing work that Animal Allies does through their events and community programs, and I’m proud to run this race in support of their mission.
🏃♀️ Help me reach my goal and give more animals the chance to find their forever homes. Every donation—big or small—makes a difference for pets in need.
Thank you so much for your support!
Donate to help Karlye raise money for 2025 Grandma's Marathon Weekend Races’s fundraising campaign.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 16 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Jun 15 | Grandma Marlene | $27.48 |
| Jun 15 | Kristen | $27.48 |
| Jun 15 | Anna Estep | $50.00 |
| Jun 15 | Laura Ward | $54.10 |
| Jun 15 | Jeff and Ashley | $27.48 |
| May 30 | Rick & Dinah | $50.00 |
| May 22 | Marlene Slotness | $27.48 |
| May 22 | Mike and Sharie O’Brien | Undisclosed amount |
| May 22 | Sarah Dumonseau | $54.10 |