Dear Friends & Family!
On November 3, I'll be running 26.2 miles through the five boroughs of New York City with Team NYJL. As a member of the NYJL's TCS New York City Marathon team, I've committed to raising $3,500 in support of the NYJL's charitable activities in exchange for a chance to run in the world's most prestigious marathon.
I've spent the summer training for my very first marathon and I couldn't be more excited to tackle this huge personal goal while also helping an organization I love so dearly.
I'm so honored to have this opportunity, but I need your help to make it a reality! Please consider making a gift towards my fundraising goal. Here's how your donation can make a difference:
- $25 provides art supplies for a children's workshop
- $50 supports a literacy program for one child for a month
- $100 funds a career development seminar for women re-entering the workforce
- $250 helps maintain a community garden for a season
- $500 sponsors a health and wellness event for underserved communities
You might not know, but our dues only cover the basic operating expenses of the League. The money we raise from our fundraising events, including the marathon, helps make our mission possible.
Thank you so much for your support! I look forward to seeing you along the marathon course cheering for Team NYJL!
Best, Maria Fernanda Espichan
P.S. All gifts made in my honor are fully tax-deductible and all gifts, no matter the size, will make a difference. If you prefer to send a check, please make it out to the New York Junior League and mail it to the attention of Diann Rhode at 130 East 80th Street, New York, NY 10075 with my name, Maria Fernanda Espichan, and "2024 Marathon" in the memo line.
