Why I'm Running

2023 was a journey. It was a year of change, growth, and empowerment for me. And today, I am the strongest that I have ever been and ever felt - physically, mentally, and emotionally. 

On October 13, 2024, I will be running the Chicago Marathon.

Not only am I doing this race to celebrate where I have come from and where I am today, but I also want to give back. I would not be the healthy, sober individual that I am today without my army of professionals, friends and family.  

For this race, I will be representing Advocate Health Care as a member of the charity running team at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. As a member of the charity running team, I will be training, fundraising, and ultimately running 26.2 miles to benefit patients and families in need.

By joining the charity running team, I am supporting cancer research, helping children and adults with Down syndrome, giving back to the nurses and physicians who save lives every day and much more.  

I would GREATLY appreciate your support for Advocate Health Care by contributing to my efforts to fundraise. Your donation of any amount will not only help me achieve my goal, but will also help to ensure that over one million people have access to world-class care close to their home, for people just like me.