I think it’s safe to say that most New Yorkers are excited about this Sunday’s NYC Marathon, but Malaria No More has an added reason to cheer this year!  More than 35,000 incredible athletes will compete on Sunday—and nine of them have gone the extra mile to dedicate their race to raising funds and awareness for Malaria No More.  So far, our “team” has raised an unbelievable $25,000 for life-saving mosquito nets (that’s enough to protect more than 5,000 people from malaria) and donations are still coming in!

Not being a runner myself, I can’t begin to imagine the challenge of training for a 26.2 mile race. On top of that, these amazing individuals made time to hold fundraising dinners and bowling parties, and send lots (and lots) of emails to their friends and families asking for support.  All of us at Malaria No More couldn’t be more proud of what they’ve accomplished and we wish them the best of luck on Sunday.  We’ll be right there with them on the course to show our support…cheering from the sidelines, of course!

Kelly is Development Officer with Malaria No More and a Marathoner-In-Spirit.

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