Hello everyone! I am running the NYC Marathon this upcoming November for its 50th anniversary! Not only will I be running 26.2 miles for the first time in my life, but I will be running for something much greater than myself, someone very near to my heart. That would be my late uncle, Jon Schoen.
I have decided to run for a charity that specifically resonates with Jon Schoen’s many amazing values, that being exercise. This charity resonates with Jon as he was an avid athlete, outstanding Boston College football player, cyclist who rode the pan mass challenge TWICE during his battle with cancer, and even biked Mt. Ventoux at the end of his cancer battle.
AKTIV Against Cancer works to ensure that physical activity will become an integral part of cancer treatment. They support cutting edge research on the benefits of exercise for the prevention and treatment of cancer, as well as the creation of fitness programs and facilities in cancer treatment centers. I think we can all agree that Jon Schoen was a major advocate for staying active. My fundraising goal is 3,000 dollars and I would truly appreciate any amount of a donation from you!!
Thank you everyone!!!!
Find out more about AKTIV here : http://www.aktivagainstcancer.org/mission
