Release Recovery Foundation

Matthew's NYC Marathon Fundraiser

Only 71 days remaining to help Matthew's NYC Marathon Fundraiser reach his fundraising goal

$10,405.00 raised

$12,000.00 goal

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A MESSAGE FROM Matthew's NYC Marathon Fundraiser

A goal of running 1,200 miles in 2026 has quickly turned into so much more. I am extremely honored to be running the 2026 New York City Marathon with the Release Recovery Foundation Team and raise money for those who need help just like I did.

Today, being sober for 3 1/2 years, I know firsthand how hard it is to put down the drink and build a new life free from alcohol. I share my story to not only give hope to those still struggling but to their families as well. I was introduced to Release Recovery in 2022 when I was a client at one of the Men's Transitional living houses, I was given this opportunity because I was awarded a scholarship from The Ben Meyer Recovery Foundation. Just like The Release Recovery Foundation they support people in recovery and help to reduce the stigma of addiction and recovery.

The Release Foundation scholarship model enables rapid placement into treatment, a clear financial plan, and a roadmap to career readiness. They stand with all who are ready to begin their journey toward a life worth living.

Thank you for supporting me as we support those individuals and families still battling this disease

Bill Morrissey made a $50.00 donation

keep Charging Matt!!

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In memory of Bill and Gerry Shambo made a $100.00 donation

Great job!

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CJ in CO made a $25.00 donation

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Mohawk Honda made a $500.00 donation

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In memory of William and Gerard Shambo made a $100.00 donation

Shambo Strong! 

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In honor of Ben made a $500.00 donation

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

Way to go, Matthew!

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Stephane Delage made a $50.00 donation

thanks for doing this, Matthew and good luck. !

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Lisa Psotka made a $25.00 donation

Way to stay strong Matthew, cheering you on from Whistler BC!

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In honor of Ben Meyer and the BMRF made a $25.00 donation

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In honor of Ben made a $25.00 donation

BMRF supporter. good luck Matthew

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In honor of Ben Meyer and BMRF made a $100.00 donation

Best wishes for your marathon and even better, your on-going recovery journey.

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

Go go go... Living sober is living done well!!! One day at a time... keep coming back!

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

Hi Matthew We are BMRF supporters and so inspired to hear your story. We wish you all the best for the marathon and the amazing life you are carving out for yourself. Chompy and Jon

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Kim Heilbrun made a $100.00 donation

BMRF supporter! Good luck and have fun. Kim Heilbrun

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Anonymous made a $25.00 donation

BMRF

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

Go Matthew! BMRF supporters will be cheering you on!

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In honor of BMRF made a $25.00 donation

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

Go Matthew Go! from a BMRF supporter!

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In honor of BMRF made a $100.00 donation

From BMRF

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $25.00 donation

Go Matthew, from BMRF supporters!

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In memory of Ben made a $50.00 donation

stay strong and on the path! blessings

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In honor of Ben made a $50.00 donation

We are so proud of you Matthew! You've come so far in such a short amount of time, it says so much about who you are. We will be behind you every step of the way!!! Tammy and Biski

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Mark Davis made a $50.00 donation

Proud to support you and BMRF!

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In memory of Ben Myer made a $25.00 donation

BMRF supporter - Bianca - your story inspires many and wow what a gift to this world you are and being able to give back is so special -you were born to run - enjoy the marathon

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

Congrats on your sobriety and thank you for giving back! That's awesome! Best wishes for a successful marathon! Sincerely BMRF supporter

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In memory of Ben Meyer and Jack Boeing made a $25.00 donation

Good luck with the run!!

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $25.00 donation

Matthew we are so proud of you and how far you've come. We are supporters of the BMRF and love to see people's lives changed through our memories of Ben. So good luck and enjoy the journey.

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In honor of BMRF supporter made a $50.00 donation

Congrats -- you're doing great things!!

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

Matthew, Very proud of you and your journey! You are inspirational to so many. Best of luck in the marathon! Supporter of BMRF and friend of Ben's family.

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $55.00 donation

Congratulations on all of your efforts and your life rebuild. Good luck with the marathon! - Dean

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $250.00 donation

Kudos on what you have accomplished. I hope you enjoy your marathon - if nothing else, enjoy the finish line!

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Nash Harloe made a $25.00 donation

team BMRF!

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

Congrats Matt! We're all so proud of what you've accomplished.

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In honor of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

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In memory of Ben made a $50.00 donation

Congratulations! We are very proud of you and for your decision to ru theNYC marathon.

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $100.00 donation

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John Carr made a $25.00 donation

I’m with BMRF

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Anonymous made a $50.00 donation

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Lawrence Saville made a $50.00 donation

Lets go Shambo!

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Rod Andersen made a $75.00 donation

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Matthew Ward made a $500.00 donation

absolutely amazing. keep up the work!

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Diana Rosenbrock made a $30.00 donation

The 518 will be cheering you on!

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Robin LaPierre made a $25.00 donation

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Michael Alexander made a $10.00 donation

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Jessica Hauprich made a $50.00 donation

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Brian Pausley made a $100.00 donation

So amazing what you’ve accomplished!

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Lynn Butterfield made a $50.00 donation

Impressed by your commitment; good luck in the Marathon!

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Michael McNamara made a $50.00 donation

kick some ass, Matt

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No Alcohol Needed made a $100.00 donation

So proud of you Matt! It's been such a joy to watch this journey unfold over the past years. You really are an inspiration! We're both so grateful to know you.

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Deborah Chesky made a $100.00 donation

so proud of your accomplishments! The hard part is over! Keep standing up and going.

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Mary and Kenn Fischer made a $200.00 donation

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David Snyder made a $25.00 donation

got you to your goal!

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Casey Gebhardt made a $50.00 donation

Best of luck, Matt!!

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Geoff Orokos made a $100.00 donation

You got this, Matt!

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Jared Eliseo made a $100.00 donation

Good luck at the race!

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Kirk Olson made a $100.00 donation

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Dorothy Lee made a $200.00 donation

Good Luck, we are very proud of you!❤️

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Tricia Stevenson made a $50.00 donation

Proud of you 

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Jeff Wilson made a $50.00 donation

Good luck Matt!

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Mel Downs made a $25.00 donation

Best of luck! Have a good day, Mel

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Pat Walsh made a $25.00 donation

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Kristin Smith made a $10.00 donation

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Christopher Finn made a $50.00 donation

Good Luck, the guys and I are proud of you!

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Chelsea Cobb made a $25.00 donation

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Brian DiPasquale made a $200.00 donation

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Tim Wilcox made a $100.00 donation

Good Luck!

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Jonathan Saville made a $250.00 donation

Great job Matt! Your commitment is inspiring!

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Justin Zerneri made a $50.00 donation

Congrats Matt! Keep it up!

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Claire Shaw made a $100.00 donation

Congratulations Matthew!!! The NYC marathon is a blast!!!

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Nadine Sniechowski made a $25.00 donation

run Matt run!

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Dean Moses made a $25.00 donation

congrats Matthew!

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Peggy Johnson made a $100.00 donation

Matthew: this is Ben’s Grandma and Grandpa. We are so proud of your progress. Thank you for running for the Ben Meyer Recovery Foundation. Wishing you much deserved success. Peggy and Edwin Johnson

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Robert Thelin made a $50.00 donation

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Jason Capello made a $50.00 donation

Super proud to call you my friend. Crush the marathon!

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In memory of Ben Meyer made a $50.00 donation

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Lynn Hickey made a $100.00 donation

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Christina Brueggemann made a $100.00 donation

In honor of your mother who was/is a great nurse and always believed in you. Way to go! 3+ yrs!

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Thomas Miller made a $100.00 donation

What an experience. Go crush it brother.

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Patricia Jacobson made a $50.00 donation

I am so proud of you! You can do this!

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Andrea Ferraro made a $25.00 donation

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Thomas Shambo made a $1,000.00 donation

We are so proud of you and all the hard work you have done to reach where you are today. Your journey is helping many who are still struggling. Love, mom and dad

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Patti-Jo Ferraro made a $100.00 donation

One step at a time. You got this!!!

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Anonymous made a $1,000.00 donation

Good luck!!

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Ryan Fitzgerald made a $25.00 donation

lets go!!!

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Ben Meyer Recovery Foundation made a $1,200.00 donation

In honor of your 1200 days of sobriety TODAY, in honor of your 1200 miles turning into the NYC Marathon in 2026, in memory of Ben, and in honor of YOU Mathhew and your grit and spirit, we are pleased to support Release Recovery with our donation to your Marathon Fundraiser.

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Christine Santandrea made a $100.00 donation

So proud of you!

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