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Hey my lovely LinkedIn Network, I can't believe I've surpassed $1,500 already, this was more than I would have hoped for! I want to thank everyone who has donated thus far. It has meant a lot to me and more importantly, it's helping improve the outcomes of thousands of Children worldwide (not just LA!). I'm shooting for $2,000 by July 21st (currently 83% of goal) and I know you can all help me reach it! We got 3 weeks to go until the big race, but it's never too late to make $1, $5, $10, or even $25 donation! Anything helps: https://lnkd.in/gu7cUwBj Last, but not least, I finally stacked my events together during my workouts, so these times include the collective pain & suffering. My biggest improvement has been swimming where I've seen almost 1:20 100m times. I believe simulating the actual race day along with open-ocean swims 2x per week will help me meet or exceed my benchmarks. Swim 750m: 15 minutes vs. 22 minute | Benchmark: 15 minutes Run 5K: 38 minutes vs. 32 previous | Benchmark: 30 minutes Bike 12K: 26 minutes vs. 28 previous | Benchmark: 40 minutes Overall: 79 minutes vs. 82 previous | Benchmark: 90 minutes Stay tuned for more updates!

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating, causing life-long changes to a person's mobility and independence. The costs associated with caring for a person with a spinal cord injury can be astronomical, but donating to spinal cord injury research can help make a difference. Every dollar for research brings us one step closer to a cure. With your donation, you could be supporting life-changing discoveries that benefit not only those with spinal cord injuries but also their families and loved ones. Your contribution would make all the difference. Visit mcpf.org and donate today! #spineresearch #donate #resources #support

I have taken up the Steptember Challenge along with my team members Arun Kumar Ravindranath, Winnie S., and Magnus Bradley, a month-long initiative to raise funds and awareness for an incredible cause. The challenge involves walking 300,000 steps throughout September, and I'm thrilled to share that I'm already at 200,000 steps on the 10th day! However, what truly makes this journey fulfilling is the support and encouragement I receive from wonderful individuals like you within my network. The Steptember Challenge aims to improve the lives of people living with cerebral palsy, a condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. By participating in this challenge, I am committed to raising funds that will make a difference in the lives of those who face daily challenges due to cerebral palsy. The funds raised go towards vital resources, assistive equipment, therapy programs, and support services that enable individuals with cerebral palsy to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. But I can't do this alone. I invite you to join me on this journey by extending your support to this cause. Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will have a significant impact and help us create positive change. Together, we can empower individuals with cerebral palsy, providing them with opportunities to thrive and reach their full potential. Here's how you can support: 1. Donate: Please consider making a donation towards my Steptember Challenge. Your generosity will directly benefit those in need and bring us one step closer to our fundraising goal. https://lnkd.in/gV6qp53u 2. Share: Spread the word about the Steptember Challenge within your network. Share my fundraising page or this message along with a few words of your own, encouraging others to support this cause. Together, we can reach more people and make a greater impact. 3. Cheer: Your words of encouragement mean the world to me. A simple message or comment on my posts about the challenge will go a long way in motivating me to keep pushing forward. Let's walk this journey together, step by step, and create a world where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness and generosity. #inclusion #steptember #steptemberchallenge

*Hello Connections,* I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to you today with a heavy heart to share a difficult situation my family is currently facing. My mother, Sarita Devi, has been suffering from a severe spine injury and doctors have advised her to undergo immediate surgery. Unfortunately, our family was hit with another blow when my mother accidentally slipped on the stairs and sustained critical injuries. We have already *paid 3.5 lakh* towards the medical expenses, but we *still need 4 lakh more* to cover the remaining costs. This has put our family in both emotional and financial trauma, as my mother's pain is unbearable to watch. I am humbly requesting your help in raising funds for my mother's surgery. Any amount you can contribute will be greatly appreciated and will go towards helping my mother heal and recover. *Donation link:* https://lnkd.in/dUxPBiVv #fundraiser #help #support #kindness #Impactguru #fundraising #extendhelp #charity #humanity #connections #people #donations#ICU#help#pain#mother#painfree#illness#painfree#spreadkindness#spreadhappiness#beinghuman#heart#brain#wife#spreadhappiness#behope#givehope#bekind##beinghuman#heart#behope#givehope#bekind#urgent#trending#beahope#helpus#cbfr#healing#trending

Starting off this Monday morning and week with some exciting news! At least it's exciting to me...🥳🤩 Jason Hughes and I are running ANOTHER marathon for charity🏃♀️🏃♂️ You know the drill, new race = new organization to raise funds and awareness for. This time around, we're running and raising funds for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. They are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment👩🏾⚕️ Additionally, no child is denied treatment from St. Jude based on race, religion, or a family's ability to pay. For these reasons, we’ve chosen to fundraise for St. Jude. This cause is very important to both of us; we have friends and family whose lives were drastically improved thanks to the ongoing work of St. Jude❤️🩹 We know that with the research and treatments they provide, that is likely true for you, as well. We're encouraged by the support we've already received, and we still need help reaching our total fundraising goal of $10,500 (which is being collected through two separate pages, the first of which is linked below). This is the minimum amount required to secure two spots in the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon, where we will each run 26.2 miles to raise awareness and funds🎖 Please note that 100% of the donated funds are directly supporting St. Jude; these are not used to cover travel expenses, etc. We know that with the help of our family and friends, we can reach this goal. Please help us by making a tax-deductible donation using the link below and sharing this throughout your network. Note: if you or someone you know has had a life-changing experience thanks to St. Jude, please reach out to me if you're willing to share your story. https://lnkd.in/gryDEZET #charityrunners #marathonrunners #runforgood #giveback

Every small act of love and kindness, no matter how seemingly insignificant, contributes to something greater. Mother Teresa's wisdom reminds us that the little things, done with great love, transform the world. 💖 #talisfund #childhoodcancerawareness #childhoodcancerresearch #supportnonprofits #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofitorganisation #braincancer #cancerawareness #fightagainstcancer #ATRT #braintumour #childhoodbraincancer #childhoodbraintumour

On #GivingTuesday, think about your favorite non-profits and how you can support them. And if you don't have a favorite, you can support my favorite non-profit, Claire's Army

Just in this moment – while you are reading this – somebody is experiencing a spinal cord injury and will remain paralyzed for the rest of their life. Wings for Life wants to help. As a charity foundation, Wings for Life supports cutting-edge research worldwide. The big goal: To find a cure for spinal cord injury. To know more about the cause and supported projects everyone can visit www.wingsforlife.com  To enable the research, we have been organizing a global charity race held one day each year since 2014, the Wings for Life World Run is the primary fundraiser for Wings for Life. Tens of thousands of people take part around the globe at exactly the same moment. There is no traditional finish line. Instead, a moving finish line called a Catcher Car pursues you! You can register to run against a real Catcher Car in the country/ city of any Flagship Run or against the virtual Catcher Car of the Wings for Life World Run App. When the Catcher Car passes you, your race is over, and the distance you achieved appears on the Global Results List. Everything we have been doing is for a good cause because 100% of your entry fees and donations goes directly to research toward a cure for spinal cord injury.

#Throwback to this precious photo of Tali (on the right) and Kim (on the left). The resemblance is very evident. Like mother, like daughter. 💕 #talisfund #childhoodcancerawareness #childhoodcancerresearch #supportnonprofits #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofitorganisation #braincancer #cancerawareness #fightagainstcancer #ATRT #braintumour #childhoodbraincancer #childhoodbraintumour #braintumourawareness

🌟 Join Our Cause: Support Malamulele Onward's Market Day Stall! 🌟 Hey there, amazing folks, Malamulele Onward have a heartfelt request for donations. We're gearing up for a fantastic Market Day Stall at the Children's Memorial Institute to celebrate their 100th birthday, and we need your help to make it a big success. 🎉 Who are you Supporting? Malamulele Onward is all about making a difference in the lives of children with cerebral palsy and their families. ❤️ Why It Matters: Cerebral palsy is a condition that presents unique challenges, and families dealing with it need a helping hand to make their journey a little easier. 🛍️ Our Market Day Stall: We've got some awesome plans for the Market Day Stall, and we want it to be jam-packed with exciting prizes to raffle off. Every dollar we raise will go directly to providing these essential items to those who need them most. 🙌 How You Can Help: 1. Are you a business looking for a promotion opportunity? Partner with us and we will display your logo on our stand on the day and via our social media channels in exchange for a voucher or prize we can raffle. 2. **Spread the Word:** Share this post, tell your friends, and let's make sure everyone knows about this wonderful cause. 3. **Monetary Donations:** If you can't donate items but still want to support, your financial contribution will help us purchase items for the stall. Every little bit counts. 🌈 Your generosity can bring smiles and hope to those who need it most. Thank you for being a part of this beautiful journey. Let's make this Market Day Stall a roaring success! 🌈 If you can help in any way, send us a DM or visit our website to find out how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/gHdKdKnN #SupportMalamuleleOnward #CerebralPalsyAwareness #MakingADifference