MARATHONS FOR HOPE

      Bringing hope to those in need of healing.
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"I have attempted to choose charities that have the greatest impact on causes I feel strongly about, as well as charities that may transcend political affiliation."

TEAMFOX for Parkinson's Research

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

The British Legion

Childhood First

The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund

 
TEAMFOX for Parkinson's Research
Team Fox is The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s grassroots community project raising funds and awareness for Parkinson’s research.
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
offers peer support and assists survivors of military members who have been killed on active duty through a wide variety of programs and provides answers to complicated questions by tracking down information in an often complicated bureaucracy.  TAPS has experienced, empathetic caseworkers who act as liaisons, assisting the family members in finding solutions to problems.  Working hand in hand with the appropriate federal, state and private agencies, they have been successful in helping find solutions to problems that arise long after the official file has been closed.
 
The Royal British Legion
is the UK's leading charity providing financial, social and emotional support to millions who have served and are currently serving in the Armed Forces, and their dependants.
 
Childhood First
has over 30 years’ experience of care, treatment and education of children and young people whose lives have been thrown off-course by neglect, deprivation or abuse.
 
Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund
Department of Defense statistics indicate over 4,000 Marines have been injured in Operation Iraqi Freedom.  While the Marine Corps goes above and beyond to support Marines and their families, there are limits to the amount of funding available.
The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund was formed to provide supplemental assistance to U.S. Marines, Sailors, and their families as they face their road to recovery.

Richard J. Ryan
Lieutenant Commander, United States Navy

Friends,

 I am attempting to run not less than 26 full marathons and 4 ultra-marathons over a period of 12 months to raise money for charities supporting causes about which I feel strongly, in social and geographic areas with which I have personal ties, and almost as importantly, completely free of any political or religious inclination or entanglement.

"After you have donated directly to the charities via the links provided, you can help me track the progress towards our $30,000 + dollar goal by sending an email to rick@marathonsforhope.org stating the amount of your highly appreciated contribution."

I am trying to lend some hope and healing to people who are, in a variety of ways, none pitiable, in need of this support.  None of the donations will go to me or to support the logistical underpinnings of this effort; 100% of all contributions will go directly to the charities.  All charities are properly accredited, certified, and listed through appropriate national agencies, such as, the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).

                                                     

I will dedicate each race to the memory of Service members I have known or know of.

Additionally, if you would like to assist by means other than, or in addition to, financial support such as: contributing your time, unique expertise, personal contacts, savvy ideas, or living room floor, should you live near one of my races, please contact me at rick@marathonsforhope.org

With the exception of my brother, sister, and webmaster Mike Toone, I have very little assistance in making this program work.  We could really use your help.

Lastly, please help me spread the word.  Family, friends, rugby teammates, and a few of my military colleagues have given significantly to this effort.  However, the effort to meet my goal can best be met by reaching the widest support base.  Fifty $5 donations (1/2 a beer in Japan) will go farther than one person digging especially deep for a lump grant.  Raising awareness of the services these organizations offer is nearly as important as raising the money so desperately needed to help them continue operating and completing their very worthwhile missions.

Thank you for your time and support for my vision.
Best regards,
Rick Ryan

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You can help me track the progress towards our $30,000 + dollar goal by sending me an email stating your donation amount.
Plus, I am honored to show my appreciation by thanking you personally for your kind generousity.

Contact Rick:  rick@marathonsforhope.org

Webmaster:  website@marathonsforhope.org

 
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