Joseph's Fundraising Page
$5,442.00 raised
$3,000.00 goal
A MESSAGE FROM Joseph

I am running the NYC Marathon on November 6th in honor of our son, Miles, and to raise awareness and funding for the SUDC Foundation.

Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) is a category of death in children between the ages of 1 and 18 that remains unexplained after a thorough investigation, including an autopsy. Most often, a seemingly healthy child goes to sleep and never wakes up. At this time, we do not know what causes SUDC, how to predict it or how to prevent it. SUDC is believed to be rare; occurring in about one in every 100,000 children. Every year in the United States, approximately 400 children are lost to SUDC. (Learn more at sudc.org) 

The SUDC Foundationโ€™s mission is to promote awareness, advocate for research, and support those affected by sudden unexpected or unexplained death in childhood (SUDC). The SUDC Foundation runs solely on private donations as public funding is focused on other sudden deaths, such as SIDS.

While Milesโ€™ medical investigation is still ongoing, an SUDC classification is a strong possibility as medical examiners have been unable to find a cause of death. In fact, the detective told us our son was โ€œperfect.โ€ Regardless of the final determination, we will always support the SUDC Foundation. They have been there for us from the moment we contacted them โ€“ providing grief resources, checking on us, and serving as a liaison between us and the medical examiner so we havenโ€™t had to make as many difficult phone calls.

Please read about SUDC and spread awareness. If you feel it in your heart to donate to the cause, please click the link above. Many of you have already donated through other venues such as Facebook fundraisers or giving programs at work โ€“ thank you!

Joe, Mara, and Miles

Read Milesโ€™ story at http://www.miles4miles.com

#MilesforMiles

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  • Elfrida Bonner made a $100.00 donation

    Grace, peace and blessings as you take this journey. Cousin Elfrida

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  • Jonathan Barbee made a $100.00 donation
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  • Judy DeWald made a $100.00 donation

    So glad you were able to do this to help raise awareness for this awful illness.

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  • Mary Barbee made a $100.00 donation

    Miles, you are forever in our heart! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’› Love, Aunt Mary

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  • John Yasalonis made a $50.00 donation
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  • Anonymous made a $25.00 donation
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  • In memory of Miles Gramling made a $57.00 donation

    Joe and Mara, We fully support this cause. Miles has not been forgotten. Love, Uncle Emile and Aunt Joanne

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  • Leslie Hoy made a $25.00 donation

    So very sorry for your loss...

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  • Anonymous made a $25.00 donation
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  • Diane Meyer Van Notr made a $25.00 donation

    I am a friend of your Aunt Mary. I'm so sorry to hear of your son's passing! My heart goes out to you! Hope that your memories can sustain and comfort you! Running the marathon in Joseph's memory to help other's who many be going through this and to help learn more on how to prevent this terrible loss. Blessings!

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  • Oscar Gramling made a $200.00 donation

    SUDC is a awesome reseach center caring for others โค๏ธ.

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  • In memory of Anneka Maye Walker made a $50.00 donation

    What a beautiful tribute to your sweet boy.

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  • Mark Helm made a $100.00 donation

    We learned of your tragedy through your Aunt Mary. Wishing you and your family the best in your struggle to cope with the death of your son. Sincerely Mark Helm and Jessica Rausch

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  • Trey Barbee made a $24.00 donation

    On behalf of Milesโ€™ cousin Trey who connected to Milesโ€™ spirit at Milesโ€™ Celebration of Life. The spirits of Miles, Trey, and Nara will always be entwined. ๐Ÿ’™โ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ’› Love, Treyโ€™s Gigi

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  • Debra Wilson made a $25.00 donation

    I am so sorry for your loss. Mary Barbee is a friend and provided me the opportunity to contribute. He was a beautiful boy and the pictures show the love he enjoyed.

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  • Laurie Busey made a $50.00 donation

    I am a friend of Josephโ€™s Aunt Mary. My heart hurts for your family in the loss of this precious child. Iโ€™m glad to learn of SUDC and the important work it is doing.

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  • Clarice Roth made a $50.00 donation

    Good luck on the race today and thank you for for raising funds for this cause. So sorry for your loss. May the memories of Miles you have always be in your heart

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  • Drake Miller made a $25.00 donation
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  • Colleen Wilson made a $25.00 donation
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  • Johanna Erickson made a $25.00 donation

    Sending love. โค๏ธ

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  • Christopher Love made a $50.00 donation

    Get out there and crush it on Sunday Brotha! Iโ€™ll be rocking my shirt doing the same for Miles!๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿพ

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  • Alnita Coulter made a $25.00 donation

    Cheering you on every step of the way and knowing without a doubt that Buddy Miles is too. Hugs!

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  • Nikki Scott made a $100.00 donation

    I will be cheering you on from the Mile High City; continued prayers to you and Mara.

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  • Debra DeBoalt made a $100.00 donation

    Good luck on the marathon! Hugs for you.Debbie and Tom

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  • Lynn Jarmuzek made a $25.00 donation

    ๐Ÿ’™Miles๐Ÿ’™

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  • Ryan Binde and Conner Swanson made a $100.00 donation

    Love you guys.

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  • Rachel Stansbury made a $25.00 donation
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  • Jennifer Nelson made a $25.00 donation
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  • Jodi Lorenson made a $50.00 donation

    From Jodi Lorenson & Cassie Baumgartner in honor of Miles.

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  • Rosemary McDougall made a $25.00 donation

    Thinking of You and Mara. Precious Miles is in the hands of his angel.

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  • Brian Johnson made a $25.00 donation
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  • Mackenzie Fettig made a $50.00 donation
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  • Michaela Ste. Marie made a $100.00 donation
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  • Miche S made a $150.00 donation

    We miss you dearly, Buddy, but your life and your light in the world continues to shine. We love you guys! - Chรฉ, Akeem, and Nara

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  • Clint and Kim Russell made a $100.00 donation
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  • Taylor Lenahen made a $50.00 donation
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  • Morgan Hausauer Butler made a $100.00 donation

    Thank you for the opportunity to support such a meaningful cause in memory of of your sweet, beautiful boy. We think of Joe, Mara, & Miles so often. It is such a joy to see the love between the three of you - then, now, & for always.

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  • Heather Huotari made a $50.00 donation

    go get โ€˜em Joe! sending all our love ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’™

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  • In memory of Miles Gramling made a $50.00 donation

    In loving memory of a little angel who came to visit for a short while, but was too perfect to stay long. Joe, Mara and Miles you are always in our prayers. The Nova Family Washington, D.C.

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  • Tia Lopez made a $50.00 donation

    in memory of beautiful boy Miles โค๏ธ

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  • In memory of Miles Gramling made a $50.00 donation

    Run Joe Run! I know Miles will be with you every step of the way.

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  • In memory of Miles Gramling made a $100.00 donation

    We think of you and your mom & dad daily. We love you all โค๏ธ Drew, Chloe, David & Sabrina

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  • Caitlin Wesenberg made a $50.00 donation
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  • The Chrsitian Family made a $100.00 donation
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  • In memory of Miles <3 made a $26.00 donation

    Have a great race, Joe! Miles would be so proud of his super fast Daddy!

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  • Rachel Robison made a $25.00 donation
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  • Kelly Humble made a $25.00 donation

    Think of your family often, happy to support a wonderful organization.

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  • Miles made a $50.00 donation

    For Miles, whom I wish I got to meet ๐Ÿ’•

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  • The Norwood Family made a $100.00 donation
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  • Peter and Gail Gallo made a $150.00 donation
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  • Thomas Osteen made a $50.00 donation

    Our hopes and prayers go out to you and Mara for your loss. We also applaud your fund raising efforts. Way to go!! Tom and Joan O'Steen

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  • Krista Mathiowetz made a $25.00 donation

    Although I never met Buddy Miles he sure had a smile that brought a smile to your face! Joe and Mara you continue to be in our thoughts.

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  • Mara Gramling made a $500.00 donation

    For our Buddy Miles. - Mom & Dad

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  • Anonymous made a $10.00 donation
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  • Kristen Blum made a $100.00 donation

    I am so sorry to hear about Miles, and I applaud your focus on SUDS. God Bless you and your family. Miles is your guardian angel.

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  • Weber family made a $250.00 donation
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  • Anonymous made a $100.00 donation

    I'm so sorry for your loss. God Bless you all <3

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  • Elle Killingsworth made a $100.00 donation

    In Memory of Miles. We are sending you love and prayers always.

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  • Ralph Corey made a $50.00 donation
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  • James Mateya made a $25.00 donation
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  • Anonymous made a $200.00 donation

    For Miles!! Best of luck!!

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  • Ken, Tina and Kat Steffy made a $100.00 donation
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  • Steve Myers made a $100.00 donation

    Thank you, Joseph!

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  • In memory of Buddy Miles made a $55.00 donation

    Sending all my love to Mara and Joe

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  • Anonymous made a $25.00 donation
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  • Custom Ink Llc made a $20.00 donation

    Thanks for designing your awesome Miles for Miles team shirts with Custom Ink.

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  • The Arons Family made a $50.00 donation
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  • Cynthia Olive made a $100.00 donation

    Stay strong, Joe. Our love to you, Mara and Miles. Cindi and Tim Olive

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  • Melissa Zuel made a $50.00 donation
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  • Alyssa Schmidt made a $25.00 donation
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  • Tawny Gardner made a $150.00 donation

    in memory of Buddy and the 15 beautiful months we all got to share with him!

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  • Elizabeth Neuman made a $50.00 donation
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  • Laurie Williams made a $50.00 donation

    God bless you, Joe! We will be with you in spirit, and we know Miles will be in your heart every step of the way.

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  • Trisha Leonard made a $100.00 donation
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