My Story…
First off, I want to thank everyone for their support!!!
Running has always been something I have been passionate about. Alongside running, I am a healthcare worker. I completed a clinical rotation at CHP in the Cardiac OR, and seeing what those kids go through truly touched me. To have such resilience & strength is truly inspiring. Those kids deserve the most!!
Working in healthcare has changed my outlook on life. It’s taught me that everyday is a privilege, and I am so lucky to have such an abled body. I am lucky to be able to run, and to be able to run for others is a great feeling.
Although most races are a donation in themselves, I would love to go the “extra mile” for the kiddos!!! Thank you for supporting me & the UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation!
Description
As part of Team Children's, my participation in the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon supports UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation.
Funds support the patients and families served by UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Last year UPMC Children's Hospital had over 1 million patient visits and many of the programs, initiatives, and resources that make UPMC Children’s so special are funded by philanthropic gifts. Things like distraction therapy which provides patients something else to focus on during their medical procedures, the Child Life Department which provides many activities to create a sense of normalcy for hospitalized children, and the Free Care Fund which covers the cost of medical care for those that cannot afford it. These areas are not covered by insurance, yet are critically important to helping families face the many challenges that accompany a child’s treatment.
Please consider donating to support the patient champions at UPMC Children's! You can donate directly on this page or send a check to the address below and make a note that you are sponsoring my efforts.
UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Attention: Pittsburgh Marathon
4401 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Aug 20 | Kaylee B | Undisclosed amount |
Aug 19 | Brian Z | Undisclosed amount |
Aug 19 | Taylor Etze | Undisclosed amount |