Ben Walker Fundraising for Chicago Marathon (Sharsheret)
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$6,950.00 raised
$3,600.00 goal
A MESSAGE FROM Ben Walker Fundraising for Chicago Marathon (Sharsheret)

This October, I'll be running the Chicago Marathon in honor of my mom, Ellen, whose incredible strength, resilience, and courage continue to inspire me every day. Watching her face breast cancer with unwavering determination showed me what true perseverance looks like, and I wanted to challenge myself in a way that honors her memory and raises awareness.

I'm proud to be running for Sharsheret, an organization that provides life-changing support, education, and resources to individuals and families facing breast and ovarian cancer. Every mile I run will be dedicated to my mom and to everyone impacted by this disease.

If you're able, I'd be incredibly grateful for your support. Every donation, no matter the size, helps Sharsheret continue its important work and makes this journey even more meaningful. Thank you for helping me honor my mom's legacy and make a difference in the lives of others.

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  • In memory of Ellen Walker made a $50.00 donation

    Congrats Ben!!

    $50.00
  • Maddie Kapelus made a $54.00 donation
    $54.00
  • Thomas Burkhart made a $50.00 donation
    $50.00
  • In memory of Ellen Walker made a $50.00 donation

    Good luck on race day!

    $50.00
  • Jill Miller made a $250.00 donation

    Ben, so proud of you. Such a beautiful and meaningful way to celebrate your Mom’s memory.

    $250.00
  • In honor of Ellen Kazis-Walker made a $50.00 donation

    Best of luck today! We are sending all of our love and thinking about your mom. Love, Saul & Kristen

    $50.00
  • In memory of Ellen Kazis made a $50.00 donation

    Ben — I’m so proud of you for taking on the Chicago Marathon in Ellen’s honor. It means so much to see you doing something this incredible while keeping her memory close. Ellen meant so much to our family, and I know she’ll be in all of our hearts as you run. I’ll be thinking of you every step of the way and cheering you on from start to finish. Love you, Ben. Run strong for Ellen. ❤️ Love, David & Noah

    $50.00
  • Mark Boatright made a $50.00 donation

    goooo Ben!

    $50.00
  • Hanna Puetz made a $50.00 donation

    Cheering for you, Ben!

    $50.00
  • Lewis Kazis made a $100.00 donation

    In memory of Ellen Kazis Walker from Beatrix Thomas and Lewis Kazis

    $100.00
  • Sydney Wry made a $25.00 donation

    Goooo Ben!!!

    $25.00
  • Selena Alvarado made a $100.00 donation
    $100.00
  • In memory of Ellen Kazis-Walker made a $180.00 donation

    Good luck on the run!

    $180.00
  • Taylor Salomon made a $36.00 donation

    Go Ben!! Can't wait to see you accomplish this goal while supporting a great cause!

    $36.00
  • Devan Schwartz made a $18.00 donation
    $18.00
  • Cooper, Brooke, and Matt Weinreb made a $50.00 donation

    Incredible cause, so proud of you Ben!

    $50.00
  • Seh Schafler made a $100.00 donation

    Go Ben! Its wonderful you are honoring your mother's memory this way!

    $100.00
  • Sam Siegel made a $50.00 donation

    get it!

    $50.00
  • In memory of Ellen made a $1,800.00 donation

    What a meaningful way to honor your mother, of blessed memory

    $1,800.00
  • Josh Nathan-Kazis made a $50.00 donation

    All our love!

    $50.00
  • Jeffrey Gordon made a $72.00 donation

    ❤️

    $72.00
  • Sarah Holtzer made a $36.00 donation
    $36.00
  • Wolfgang Reinke made a $50.00 donation
    $50.00
  • Cindy and Randy Heller made a $100.00 donation

    Your mom would be very proud and your biggest cheerleader.

    $100.00
  • In memory of Ellen Walker made a $180.00 donation
    $180.00
  • Noah Holtzer made a $108.00 donation

    run well mi amigo ❤️

    $108.00
  • Gabriel De Lasa made a $100.00 donation

    Go crush it Ben!!!!

    $100.00
  • Eric Hermelee made a $500.00 donation

    Go Ben go! What gift you are to the world and your mom’s legacy.

    $500.00
  • Joan Forchheimer made a $100.00 donation

    Dearest Ben, We love you. This is a beautiful way to honor your mom who we all loved and miss so much. All our love, Joan and Elliot

    $100.00
  • In memory of ellen walker made a $25.00 donation
    $25.00
  • Ilana and Bradley made a $118.00 donation

    Ben, you model your mom's incredible strength, resilience, courage, warmth, and kindness every day. Go kick some butt! We love you and are proud of you.

    $118.00
  • Melani Lust Photography made a $50.00 donation

    Thank you for your efforts to help this cause. Your mother would be so proud.

    $50.00
  • Jordan Phillips made a $100.00 donation
    $100.00
  • Rebecca Walker made a $500.00 donation

    proud of you <3

    $500.00
  • Avery Barber made a $100.00 donation

    You’ve got this Ben!!

    $100.00
  • In memory of Ellen Walker made a $54.00 donation
    $54.00
  • Elina Weisberg made a $100.00 donation
    $100.00
  • Anonymous made a $360.00 donation

    Ellen had warm heart and a kind soul; you've carried on both those traits and made her memory a blessing.

    $360.00
  • Kit Williams made a $100.00 donation

    let’s go beast love you

    $100.00
  • Grace Theodore made a $50.00 donation

    you’re a beast!!!!!

    $50.00
  • Caleb Esrig made a $180.00 donation
    $180.00
  • Maya Schwarz made a $18.00 donation
    $18.00
  • Michael Glatstein made a $180.00 donation

    You’re gonna crush the marathon! Much love Benny

    $180.00
  • Rebecca Newman made a $36.00 donation
    $36.00
  • Andy Snow made a $25.00 donation

    ❤️

    $25.00
  • Jenna Lefkowitz made a $100.00 donation

    Good luck with the marathon!! All the best.

    $100.00
  • Annie Hollister made a $25.00 donation
    $25.00
  • Matt Morales made a $100.00 donation

    Ben WALKer this is not a WALK. This is a RUN.

    $100.00
  • Anonymous made a $54.00 donation

    Proud of you. Your mom would be too!!

    $54.00
  • Jesse Parsons made a $36.00 donation
    $36.00
  • Jess Buggy made a $50.00 donation

    let’s go Ben!!!!! 

    $50.00
  • Ben Walker made a $180.00 donation
    $180.00
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