I was looking around on the Internet last week for local 5Ks to run. I like signing up for races, because it keeps me motivated to get into the gym. I came across the Fox CHASE AWAY CANCER event and knew I had to at least look into it. The event is hosted by the HCM Foundation, whose mission is to provide opportunities and financial support to cancer patients, survivors and their families. Many of you know that my mother passed away in 2007 from brain cancer, and know that I enjoy running in her memory.
The HCM Foundation was founded by Mike Marsteller in 2009. Mike’s father passed away from colon cancer when Mike was only one year old. His mother was faced with raising two children without a husband. When Mike got older, he started to listen to many stories of cancer significantly impacting families in different ways. Mike realized it was time to create action to build a stable Foundation where support could be offered to those affected by cancer.
I saw on the website that the goal for the Fox CHASE AWAY CANCER event is to provide a “one day celebration and recognition of the Fox Chase Cancer Center employees who continually fight cancer every single day.” I emailed Mike last week and decided to introduce myself and share my story. He emailed me back almost immediately and mentioned that he would be honored to have me run the race! He event mentioned that while I’m crossing the finish line, they would be able to mention my mother’s name. How awesome is that!?
If any one is in the Philadelphia area, I would love to have you run the race with me and meet up afterwards. Please go to the CHASE AWAY CANCER event website and register today!
Obviously I want to fund raise for this amazing cause, because I know how powerful and amazing the blogging community is and especially the Simply Nicole readers! If you’d like to donate even just a dollar, please email me at kennedy.nicolem@gmail.com for more information.
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FTC: I am running this race with a waived registration fee in exchange for promoting the event and organization. All opinions are my own.
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Sounds like a great race! Have fun! 🙂
Thanks, Heather! Are you running any races soon?
I’m signed up for a 5k in November!
Great! What’s your goal time?
Awesome! We used to live in Philly… now we’re way down in Tx so I won’t be able to join you, but love that they would mention her name as you cross. What a great experience for you!
Thanks Laura! I can’t wait! Why did you move to TX?
We moved for my husband’s post-doc, hoping to “settle” in the northeast near Philly in another year though. 🙂
what an awesome race and a great cause, I’m sure your mother would be so so proud of you!
Thanks Heather! I hope so!
What an awesome race, I’ll be sharing!
Great! thanks katie! are you local?
Nope…Cancer is something that is near and dear to my heart as it is in my family. My mom faced 2 different types last year.