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I signed up for the Pittsburgh Half Marathon, and this year I’m running with a charity bib for a place that means everything to my family: Casey’s Clubhouse in Upper St Clair.
This is where my son, who has autism, gets to play baseball in a way that feels joyful, safe, and completely his. It’s a place where kids who may have extra challenges still get to be kids. They get to run bases, wear a jersey, cheer for their teammates, and feel included in every moment.
If you’ve ever seen a game at Casey’s Clubhouse, you know it’s special. It’s volunteers who lead with heart. It’s parents on the sidelines who finally get to watch their kid belong. It’s a community built on kindness, patience, and pure joy.
Running for them feels like the smallest way I can give back to a place that has changed me as a parent. It’s changed how I see inclusion. It’s changed what it feels like to watch your child be celebrated for exactly who they are.
If you’re able to donate to my charity bib, even a little, it helps keep this magic alive for kids like my son. It helps families feel the pride and relief that only comes when their child is fully included.
Thank you for supporting Casey’s Clubhouse and for cheering me on as I train for this race. It truly means more than you know. 💙⚾️🏃♀️
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There are two incredible opportunities to support both Casey’s Clubhouse and Always B Smiling, each working toward empowering athletes 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 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 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 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.
By supporting either Casey’s Clubhouse, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 29 | Anonymous | $25.00 |
| Nov 27 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Nov 27 | The Preffer Fam | $50.00 |
