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Tuesday
Jul142009

Lace Up Your Running Shoes for Children

Have you ever thought about running a half-marathon but never felt inspired enought to actually get off your toosh? Are you a runner looking for another great opportunity to hit the pavement? Either way, you're in luck! The Fresh Air Fund is looking for runners and sponsors to join their Fresh Air Fund-Racers team for the NYC Half-Marathon on August 16th. Personally, I can't think of a better way to participate in NYC's premier summer road race than doing so while helping the Fresh Air Fund children.

Last summer's NYC Half-Marathon was a huge success and the Fresh Air Fund-Racers raised more than $125,000. They are also in need of Friendly Town hosts for next month. Host families open their hearts and home to a NYC child who would not otherwise have the opportunity to escape the hot, crowded city streets.

Visit the Fresh Air Fund today for more information.

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Reader Comments (146)

I could never run this but I would love to help. Going to go to their website to see what else I might be able to do to help.

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCouch potato

How great! I'm no runner either but will share this with my runner friends :)

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSamantha's Mom

How fantastic!!

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterLoise G

Awesome. This is great to know about

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterManhattan Dad here!

How long is a half-marathon?!?!!?

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterGwenny

Gwenny: I think it's 13 miles :)

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterNew mom here

Wowser. I suppose I could walk 13 miles! So, a full marathon is 26 miles?! Amazing. I need to get out more, LOL LOL LOL

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterGwenny

New Mom: I meant to thank you for the info too :)' THANK YOU!

July 15, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterGwenny

I'm a mom that loves to run with my kids. I run, they bike ride. I'm hoping to make it to this half-marathon in New York so in preparation for that, I picked up this book called Fun on Foot in New York by Nola & Warwick Ford.
Check it out while there's still time. New York is a beautiful place with lots to do on foot!

July 20, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterChrissy

I need sports ,I am fat

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April 13, 2010 | Unregistered CommenterMichael air Jordan

These events are great...hopefully you will find many sponsors

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