Why We Run

Marathon Team shares personal stories Why They Run … “I run because I can.  When I get tired, I remember those who can’t run, what they’d give to have this simple gift I take for granted, and I run harder for them.  I know they would do the same for me.”

Why We Run – 2018 Chicago Marathon

Nov 08 2017

Join us to make a difference in the fight against melanoma … raise awareness about the disease because early detection is key,…

Why We Run Betsy 2017JMT-NYC

Oct 27 2017

I’m Betsy Groton, and I’m running the NYC Marathon in honor of my mother, Maddi, who died of Melanoma in September 2012.…

Why We Run: In Honor of Ben Cote

Sep 22 2017

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This is from Ben’s father, Steve, running on Jack’s Team NYC:  “A 108% Heartfelt Thanks ……

Why We Run: Terry (JMT 2015)

May 03 2019

This year I will run my twelfth Chicago Marathon, and my third for Jack’s team. As most of you know, in May…

Why We Run: Sam (JMT-NYC 2017)

Jul 24 2017

Well, 2017 marks a half century of existence on this planet for me. In thinking of a meaningful way to celebrate and…

Why We Run: Amanda (JMT-MCM 2017)

May 09 2017

Marine Corps Marathon For Papa …As many of you may know, my Papa lost a courageous battle with melanoma in September of…

Why We Run: Melissa (2017JMT-NYC)

Mar 21 2017

Jack’s Marathon Team – NYC2017: Melissa Megias story … I’ve chosen Jack’s Fund for a very personal reason. In 2012, my journey with Melanoma began and…

Breanna “Bre” Paladino

Jan 16 2017

Bre graduated from Naperville Central High School in 2007, then earned a Bachelors Degree in PR and Advertising in 2011 from De…

Why We Run: Patrick (JMT-NYC)

Oct 24 2016

Thanks for checking out my fundraising page. Never in a million years did I think I would run a Marathon, but this…

Why We Run: Molly (chicago team)

Oct 04 2016

My father was diagnosed with a rare type of Melanoma on the bottom of his foot. An area that rarely gets sun.…