I’m so excited to be running the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon in support of the Gladney Center for Adoption!
This race means far more to me than the miles. My dad and aunt were both adopted through Gladney, and that decision shaped my family in the most meaningful way. Because of Gladney, my grandparents were given the incredible gift of becoming parents, and my family was built on that opportunity. Adoption has had a lasting impact on my life, and it’s why supporting this cause means so much to me.
Every mile I run is for families like mine—and for the countless children, birth parents, and adoptive families who are still on their journey.
When you support Gladney, you’re helping continue a legacy of hope that has been changing lives for nearly 140 years! Your gift helps connect children with permanent, loving, and resourceful families, while also supporting expectant mothers, birth parents, and adoptive families every step of the way. It also makes it possible for Gladney to expand critical services like adoption education, outreach, and post-adoption counseling—ensuring that mental health support is available to everyone, no matter where they are in their journey.
Gladney is committed to making sure that every child in need experiences the stability, love, and belonging of a family—and they won’t stop until that becomes a reality.
Thank you for supporting me as I train for this race and for being part of something so much bigger than 26.2 miles! If you feel inspired, I would be incredibly grateful for your support in helping me reach my fundraising goal and in giving more families the same life-changing opportunity that mine was given.
