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Help Vanessa raise money

For participating in 2026 Philadelphia Marathon Weekend

Help support Vanessa Colleran on Team Compete 4 CMV for this year's Philadelphia Marathon Weekend!

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My Story…

I am running the Philadelpha Half Marathon in memory of my son, Logan Michael Colleran, who lost his life to the effects of congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) at only 4 months of age. cCMV is the leading infectious cause of birth defects, impacting 1 in 200 babies, but awareness about this virus and how to prevent it is shockingly low. I am proud to be raising money for the National cCMV Foundation, which has been an incredible supporter of the Massachusetts cCMV Coalition and our advocacy work for the newborn CMV screening and prenatal education legislation. 

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The mission of the National CMV Foundation is to prevent pregnancy loss, childhood death, and lifelong disability caused by congenital CMV (cCMV).

Your donation directly fuels advocacy efforts that empower children and families with the education, resources, and quality care they need when facing a cCMV diagnosis.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 24 The Bilbos This is what a strong mama looks like! Your 3 boys are watching you shine and light up the world! $100.00
Jun 24 Jill and Tony Pellegrini Your inner strength inspires us all. $26.19