Help Cecilia raise money

Hi everyone! 

This November, I will be running my first ever marathon in the place where I grew up and I’ve decided to fundraise for an organization that means a lot to me and my family: Girls on the Run. 

I have loved running since I was a kid. This sport brings community and is a phenomenal source of empowerment and support that I think everyone should have the opportunity to experience. Girls on the Run is an organization that helps cultivate a sense of belonging and empowers girls to achieve their goals, live active lives, and gain confidence in themselves. 

My younger sister, Gillian, participated in Girls on the Run - Snohomish County when she was little, and I got to see this organization’s impact through her involvement. I remember the events they put on very well, and the way they are able to cultivate a place of belonging for these girls is nothing short of remarkable. In Gillian’s own words: “Girls on the Run helped me learn how to advocate for myself and be a supportive friend. GOTR has also aided me in the development leadership skills as well as providing me with a positive space to have fun. I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to participate!”

The 2025 UW Medicine Seattle Marathon’s fundraising campaign benefits the Puget Sound Chapter of Girls on the Run. The full cost of the program is $250 for each participant. However, over half of participants need full or partial financial assistance to participate. Please consider supporting these scholarships and reducing barriers for the next group of girls.

To give you an idea of how donations can help:

10% of a scholarship for $25

50% of a scholarship for $125

A full scholarship for $250 (this would cover one girl’s entire participation!)

Please consider donating if you are able. This nonprofit does amazing work in helping girls realize how powerful and important they are, and we need to support spaces like this! Since 2002, the Puget Sound chapter has served over 20,000 girls in the community and it takes a lot to keep this going! Every contribution counts! You can learn more about Girls on the Run here: https://www.gotrpugetsound.org/. 

Thank you so much! 🫶

Cece (or Cecilia, or Ceci)