My Story…
Hi! I’ve decided to run the 2026 Pittsburgh half-marathon in support of the American Cancer Society. As many probably know, my mother was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in the summer of 2025. I decided to take a leave of absence from my graduate program in Pittsburgh to return to Syracuse and support her during chemotherapy, surgery, and recovery. It has been a difficult journey, but we are hopeful that her last surgery will be in March and that she will make a full recovery within the next few years.
If you have the money to spare, all donations from this fundraiser will go to the American Cancer Society, who aim to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. Any donation (or simply a kind message on race day) would be greatly appreciated, thank you!
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Why I Am Participating in the Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend to Support the American Cancer Society
For the first time in history, the American Cancer Society's mission is at risk - including their ability to fund cancer research. The American Cancer Society needs to be here to help patients face cancer with comprehensive support, but they need our help to be able to do so. Every dollar will truly make a difference right now.
Taking part in this event gives me the chance to make a difference and honor those touched by cancer by raising funds for groundbreaking research and services for people dealing with cancer. I'm also participating to inspire hope for those facing the disease and raising money for the American Cancer Society's event to help save lives from cancer. I hope you'll consider signing up too.
Funds raised support cancer patient programs and groundbreaking research that can help save lives. This event also celebrates over 15.5 million cancer survivors nationwide. 15.5 MILLION. That's huge. That's why I'd love your support. Will you join me? And if you can't would you be so kind as to make a donation?
DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more. The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27 | Jake Simpson | $27.48 |
| Feb 27 | Lori Lord | $54.10 |
| Feb 27 | Dan and Jen Dubovik | $107.35 |
| Feb 27 | Sheila Dion & Dean Ripley | $267.10 |
| Feb 27 | Ann Carter | $54.10 |