I joined Team U2FP bcause I'm a Physical Therapist who specializes in SCI rehabilitation. I have worked with many wonderful individuals who don’t have the luxury to run, walk, or sometimes even to stand. They motivate me to run, and not to complain. When I am feeling “the pain”, I can keep going knowing they would give almost anything to have the privilege to run.
This will be my first marathon! My husband, Brett, encouraged me to run my first ½ marathon last year, and motivated me to go for a full marathon this year. I'm excited to conquer another physical milestone! When I train, I like listening to my surroundings; we live in the country and run on backroads.
Current City: Vernon, MI
Hometown: Romeo, MI
Race Goal: 6 hours
Unite 2 Fight Paralysis is proud to be an official charity team for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in 2018. Team U2FP is a group of passionate, hard working runners and wheelchair racers committed to racing the 26.2 miles and fundraising to advance research towards a cure for spinal cord injury.
The team raised over $105,000 in the past three years. All funds directly support our mission: to cure paralysis through advocacy, education, and support for research. Thank you for your support!
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| Tim Betzler | 10/07/2018 | $50.00 | Sue Gillispie | 10/05/2018 | $60.00 | Erin Mandley | 10/01/2018 | $5.00 | Dad, you inspire me every day! I am so proud that you are going to run this marathon. You are going to do so great, and I will be cheering you all the way from SVSU!! I really wish I could be there to see it. I love you!! | Anonymous Friend | 09/29/2018 | $50.00 | Marilyn Smith | 09/27/2018 | $10.00 | Thanks for running for those who can't! | Natalie Mesh | 09/25/2018 | $25.00 | Nicole VanHaren | 09/23/2018 | $100.00 | Good luck! | Joyce Thompson | 09/17/2018 | $20.00 | Please run a mile for my husband. | Melinda Rogers | 09/17/2018 | $50.00 | I have faith in you you can do this !! | Andrew Mandley | 08/08/2018 | $100.00 | Anonymous Friend | 06/10/2018 | $50.00 | Richard Guenzel | 04/18/2018 | $200.00 | Good luck with your training. Thanks for all you do to improve the quality of life for so many. Rich, Mary & Mike Guenzel | Brian Derowski | 04/03/2018 | $25.00 | Steven and Brett, I am veryproud of you guys and this endeavor. Remember to stay hydrated. Have a great and safe run. | Anonymous Friend | 04/03/2018 | $250.00 | Kevin Bruni | 04/03/2018 | $50.00 | I'm so impressed with your commitment! I can barely run around the block without getting totally winded. :) | Anonymous Friend | 04/02/2018 | $5.00 | We're so glad you joined Team U2FP! Best wishes on your first marathon! |
| Total | $1,050.00 | ||