My Story…
Running started out as a weight loss method after gaining lots of weight in college. I was wrong about what it could do for me mentally and physically. I now run for fun and how it makes me feel. It has been an amazing journey as someone who could barely run 1/2 a mile to now someone training for a marathon. I love getting friends and family involved in running with me and helping them fall in love with running.
Anytime I run a Pittsburgh race, I chose to raise money for UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation because it hits close to home. In spring of 2020, by youngest brother was diagnosed with Synovial Sarcoma, a rare soft tissue cancer. Children’s hospital in Pittsburgh did so much for my brother and my family during that period in our life. I would like to give back in anyways possible to show my gratitude.
Please considering donating to help other kids and families in need.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 05 | Donna and Keith Miller | $27.48 |
| May 04 | Jayden and paige | $50.00 |