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I’m Running the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon!
I’m tackling 26.2 miles (voluntarily!) to raise money for two incredible programs that support kids with special needs—including my amazing daughter:
Casey’s Clubhouse, a baseball league where every kid gets to feel like an all-star, and Always B Smiling, which gives adaptive bike rides to kids of all abilities (because every child deserves the joy of the wind in their hair!)
Casey’s Clubhouse isn’t your typical baseball league. Tryouts and egos are replaced with smiles, high-fives, dance moves, and parents crying happy tears behind their sunglasses.
This program gives kids of all abilities the chance to experience the joy of baseball—being part of a team, hearing the crowd cheer, and feeling like a total rockstar.
Always B Smiling is like a joy ride powered by kindness. Kids love it because they get to cruise on awesome adaptive bikes and light up with the kind of smile that only comes from pure, unfiltered fun. It’s freedom, friendship, and happiness on wheels—no training required.
Your donation helps fund things like equipment, field maintenance, bikes, jerseys, snacks, and most importantly—joy.
Help me cross the finish line AND help these amazing kids keep doing what they love.
P.S. I promise to think of your generosity during Mile 22, when I'm seriously regretting this decision!
Description
There are two incredible opportunities to support both Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills and Always B Smiling, each working toward empowering athletes like Destiny to achieve their dreams. Meet Destiny—a young athlete with a radiant smile and a zest for life. Born with special needs, she longed to cross the finish line of a marathon herself, a goal that once seemed impossible.
Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills Fundraiser
This year, Casey’s Clubhouse invites athletes and supporters of all levels to participate in various race events: the full marathon, half marathon, relay, 5K, Kid's Walk, Toddler Trot, and Pet Race. By running and raising funds for Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the Sout Hills, participants directly support athletes with special needs, helping provide accessible sports opportunities and inclusive community engagement.
Always B Smiling Partnership Fundraiser
In a special collaboration, Casey's Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills AND Always B Smiling are raising funds to expand its adaptive stroller marathon program, which allows athletes like Destiny to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line. By running or supporting this program, donors help make marathons accessible for athletes who would otherwise watch from the sidelines.
The adaptive stroller relay teams are working together to raise funds for both amazing south hills programs. Last year, 6 athletes like Destiny took on the full marathon in their adaptive strollers, each feeling the power of community and inclusion.
This year, Destiny returns with her relay team, her heart set on another finish line. By supporting either Casey’s Clubhouse/Miracle League of the South Hills, Always B Smiling, or both, you’re joining a powerful community dedicated to making dreams possible.
Let's run together—every step supports a dream!
Your contribution to an adaptive stroller relay team will help us as we continue to grow and support programs for the kids and adults with special needs across the south hills of Pittsburgh and beyond.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 06 | Donna Smith | Undisclosed amount |
| May 05 | Andy Sherrell | $54.10 |
