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Help Anne-Laure raise money

For participating in 2026 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend

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My Story…

Hi everyone!

This May, I’m running the Pittsburgh Marathon with my husband, Gwenn, to support the Homeless Children’s Education Fund (HCEF).

While we are training to tackle 26.2 miles (42.2km) of Pittsburgh hills, over 3,600 children in Allegheny County are navigating the much harder journey of homelessness. For these children, a stable education is their brightest hope for a different future, but it’s often the hardest thing to maintain without a permanent home.

“Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” (Hebrews 12:1)

We are running so that these students don't have to run their race alone. HCEF provides the backpacks, tutoring, and technology centers that keep their dreams alive.

How you can help:

Pray: For the safety and academic success of these students.

Give: Whether it’s $5 or $50 (or more!), your support helps ensure every child in Pittsburgh knows they are seen, valued, and supported.

Thank you so much for walking (and running) alongside us in this. Your prayers keep us motivated during the long training miles, and your generosity provides a tangible bridge for these children to reach their full potential.

I am so grateful to be part of a community that cares for its children so deeply. See you at the finish line!

With gratitude,

Anne-Laure

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Donate to help raise money for Homeless Children's Education Fund (HCEF) during Marathon Weekend. Your donation helps students break the cycle of homelessness through educational achievement.  HCEF provides programming for students in kindergarten to age 24. Programming includes afterschool, tutoring support, social and emotional regulation, college and career prep, as well as enrichment, emergency funding and educational grants.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Apr 16 The Cafaros You go, girl!! So proud of you! $100.00
Apr 15 Judy McConnell May you feel God's strength in your legs and His peace in your heart with every mile. Finish strong Anne -Laure. $54.10
Apr 14 Steph Yannotti Best of luck during the marathon!!!! Thinking of you during training and marathon!! $27.48
Apr 14 Dori Monahan Now go support each other, Anne-Laure and Gwenn, thru the finish line! Proud of you both! I'll be praying for you and these children! $107.35
Apr 14 Anonymous Undisclosed amount
Apr 11 Elaine Lascher From Isaiah 40:31 - Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will run and not grow weary. $107.35
Apr 07 Dianne Lutz May God bless you and your husband as you run the marathon and raise money for a great cause! $27.48
Apr 07 Christy Zelch So wonderful you both are doing this - good luck! $27.48
Apr 06 Rose Kreshon Good luck! Such a good cause! $27.48
Apr 03 Mary Sue Certo-Newcamp You go Anne-Laure and Gwenn! You're the best! $100.00