Ayessa's Fundraising Page
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Year 3, Here We Go Again! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’œ

I am running the United NYC Half Marathon in March 2026 for the Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan New York, my third time raising funds for this cause (after 2020 and 2023)

Last May, I turned 40, and I wanted to do something meaningful to celebrate this milestone. Running this half marathon and supporting a cause so close to my heart feels like the perfect way to mark this chapter of my life.

To those who don’t know my story: I was diagnosed with epilepsy at age 6. I vividly remember waking up in the hospital, scared and confused, not understanding what was happening. I’ve been seizure-free for many years, but living with epilepsy has shaped my life and taught me resilience, mindfulness, and the importance of self care, lessons I carry into every run I take.

The Epilepsy Foundation provides vital support to people living with epilepsy, from medical resources to groundbreaking research. Running this half marathon is my way of giving back and helping others have access to the care and opportunities that make life fuller and brighter.

I am deeply grateful for everyone who has supported me in past years, and I hope you’ll consider supporting me again or for the first time. Every donation makes a real difference. πŸ’œ

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  • Karen Donoghue made a $50.00 donation

    best of luck!

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  • Reez P made a $50.00 donation

    Inspiring commitment to a great cause!  Proud of you, sis! 

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  • Anonymous made a $50.00 donation

    you got this mama!!

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  • Ellyce Iannuzzi made a $20.00 donation
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  • Ma Regina Blanca Robles made a $25.00 donation

    good luck on the race sis!!!!

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  • Hillary Lentz made a $25.00 donation

    Wishing you a successful race day!!

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  • SA Aquino made a $20.00 donation
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  • Lisa Sutcliffe made a $25.00 donation
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  • Genevieve Veneracion made a $20.00 donation

    Run Ayessa Run!

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  • Elijah D. made a $100.00 donation

    Beyond proud, you are incredible!

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  • Criselda Pineda made a $75.00 donation

    From ate and Miss Ida. Good luck :)

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  • Chester Palonpon made a $25.00 donation

    Goodluck Aye!!!

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  • Ciara Laceste made a $20.00 donation

    good luck mards

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  • Jamie Gegenworth made a $25.00 donation

    ο’ͺο’ͺ good luck and have fun!

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  • Dennis Bancel made a $25.00 donation

    go Ayeh

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  • Lynn Sangalang made a $25.00 donation
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  • Chantell Rivera made a $25.00 donation

    Good Luck at the race! I’ll see you there!

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  • Ryan Sonson made a $25.00 donation

    good luck

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  • Kate Manguba made a $50.00 donation

    good luck sis!!! proud of you always! you got this!

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  • Cai Navarro made a $50.00 donation

    you’ve got this cousin!

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  • Jayfil Navarro made a $25.00 donation
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  • Mila Que made a $500.00 donation

    God bless you in this endeavor!

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  • Maria Dara Panaligan made a $10.00 donation
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  • Princess Navarro made a $50.00 donation

    In memory of Ayessa ο€ͺο€£ο˜‚

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  • Jackie Park made a $20.00 donation

    great luck Ayessa! -from Jackie & Mark

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