Why I support St. Jude:
I started participating in the Canton to Peoria St. Jude Run in 2017. I had heard of the St. Jude Run and always thought I'd like to do it someday.
In 2016 I saw a post about a young boy with neuroblastoma in a nearby community. It was then that I started to follow his story. His story touched my heart and it was then that I decided now was the time to join the St. Jude Run.
This young boy lost his battle at the age of 7 the morning after my first St. Jude Run. I continue to run because of all the kids who continue fighting cancer. I run because I believe in St. Jude's mission. This is not just about running, it's about raising money and that's the least I can do.
There is nothing like run day. Sharing this day with others who are passionate about St. Jude is incredible. All of the communities come out and are so supportive of all the runners. I encourage anyone who has ever thought they'd like to do it one day to do so. You'll never regret joining the St. Jude Run family.