Girls on the run
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| Jan Connell's Fundraising Page |
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| Hi Family and Friends,
Earlier this year Dave and I became aware of the "Girls on the Run" (GOTR) national program and immediately recognized how this program could positively impact girls in encouraging their positive emotional, social, mental and physical development. As the parents of 2 daughters and 2 granddaughters (in addition to 4 sons and 1 grandson!) we decided to support this program by walking in the Eugene Women's Half Marathon and attracting family and friends to sponsor us in this event. Some may ask why are we doing this? As my 60th birthday is approaching, I have been contemplating what goal I could pursue and achieve prior to this milestone birthday. Prior to my 50th birthday I decided to overcome my fear of heights by climbing Half Dome in Yosemite National Park as we had planned a vacation there. My son, Ryan, and I successfully climbed the back side of Half Dome in a grueling 12 hour hike. "We made it to the top" and the challenge was conquered and overcome. When I learned of this Half Marathon for GOTR, this "half" marathon before 60 was the perfect adjunct to "Half" Dome before 50! The die was cast. And then my sweet husband decided he wanted to join me for this event. Knowing our physical conditions would prevent us from running in this event, we have decided to walk this 13.1 mile event on September 5th in Eugene, OR. I have been training regularly for months and was able to walk 12.6 miles in 3-1/4 hours on July 4th so I trust my goal is attainable.
We thank you, in advance, for your personal and financial support of this program by sponsoring us in our efforts to raise money for GOTR!
(P.S. I wonder what "half" will arise 10 years from now?!)
Love and blessings to you,
Jan and Dave |
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| Girls on the Run is an innovative health education and wellness program that combines training for a 3.1 mile run/walk event with life-changing, self esteem enhancing lessons that encourage healthy habits and an active lifestyle for third through eighth grade girls. SoleMates is the adult charity running program of Girls on the Run. We are a team of female and male athletes who pursue individual goals, such as running a marathon, to raise money for Girls on the Run programs nationwide. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
Please check out our website at www.girlsontherunsolemates.org/. To learn more about Girls on the Run SoleMates CLICK HERE |
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Total Donations: $1,061.00
Goal: $525
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