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A MESSAGE FROM Franky

Hey guys, I want to get a little "motivation" to help me hit my personal best in the 5K run! See, I'm raising money for the Eagles Autism Challenge, which benefits Children's Hospital, and I want to make this interesting.

I want to be able to run a 5k in under 16 minutes, and I want you guys to take "bets" on whether I can do it. If I am unable to hit that mark, I will have to match and donate equal the entire amount that I have fund-raised at the time of the race to the fundraising page (up to $3,000). Basically, you're simultaneously betting against me and also befitting a good cause!

It's means a lot to me to be able to fight against something that negatively affects so many people; not only for those with autism, but also for the friends and families that lend their support to them. It's unfortunately a disease that we still know so little about, so I want to help fund research as much as I can. While I have been fortunate enough to not really know someone who has been affected, I can only imagine the impact it has on their lives.

This fundraiser collaboratively benefits Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Drexel University, and Jefferson Health, and they continue their autism research in each of their labs. Additionally, their findings will be shared publicly, further advancing the way we combat autism.

For reference, my personal best 5k is 16:31, which is 5:19 per mile, and I have hit that mark twice (a while ago, I might add). In order for me to run under 16 minutes, I would have to hit under 5:09 per mile. That doesn't seem like much of a difference, but to me, I think it's going to be a very, very tall task.

Now, even though I referred to this as a "bet," all "bets" made will go directly to the fundraiser. Even if I "lose" (do not run under 16 minutes), I will be directly donating to the fundraiser: I will not be re-paying those who donated to my page.

If you want to help out but are unable to donate, the absolute best thing you can do is share this post! The more people see this, the more successful this campaign can be.

Thank you to all of you who donate, and feel free to message me if you have any questions! I look forward to all of your "motivation"!


On May 19, 2018 I will join the entire Philadelphia Eagles organization and thousands of Philadelphia area residents who will ride, run or walk to raise funds for innovative research and programs to help unlock the mystery of autism. 100% of participant-raised funds will go directly towards autism research and programs at a coalition of leading institutions including Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Drexel University and Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health. I need your support to reach my goal and assist those currently affected as well as future generations. Thank you!
  • Franky S Scandle made a $300.00 donation
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  • Mike and Maria S made a $50.00 donation

    Running for a great cause! Good luck, Franky!!

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    Fly Franky Fly!

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  • John Dimattia made a $50.00 donation

    do it!

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  • Marie DiMattia made a $50.00 donation

    Good luck!

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  • Kathle DiMattia made a $50.00 donation

    Good luck Franky! 🍀

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