My Story…
Noel has loved running since the first time she could! She's thought about joining the track team once she is old enough. Ever since she found out she is able to run in the marathon, I haven't heard about anything else! She is just happy to be able to participate, but if you're able to donate something, she would be ecstatic! Noel chose UPMC Children's hospital foundation because she wants to be able to help all the kids that can't enjoy a normal life. When her sister was in children's, she saw what some of the other kids were dealing with and would love to help anyway she can!
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 25 | Aunt Debbie Uncle Steve | $22.15 |
| Feb 28 | Luann Gregg | $54.10 |
| Feb 28 | Kay | Undisclosed amount |