<p>I typically do not use this board for non-USAFA/AF related threads, but I’m going to make an exception this one time…</p>
<p>I’m running my first marathon next month (San Antonio Rock N Roll Marathon), and I’ve decided to raise money for charity… the National Cancer Coalition to be specific. Their web site is [National</a> Cancer Coalition](<a href=“http://nationalcancercoalition.org%5DNational”>http://nationalcancercoalition.org).</p>
<p>The reason I chose this charity is because so many people are affected by cancer, and this organization focuses on cancer education, research, support, and prevention. Cancer has affected me personally in the respect that my best friend is a brain cancer survivor. He went through surgery, 18 rounds of chemo, and radiation, but he is currently cancer-free. He is very lucky, with all things being considered. However, he’s not totally out of the woods and the efforts of this particular charity might directly impact the quality of his life and others like him. The National Cancer Coalition relies on the people’s generosity in order to function. </p>
<p>If anyone is interested in supporting this worthwhile cause, please consider visiting [Katrina’s</a> Fundraising Page - NATIONAL CANCER COALITION](<a href=“http://www.firstgiving.com/katrina_m]Katrina’s”>http://www.firstgiving.com/katrina_m). My goal is to raise $500.</p>
<p>Thank you for reading this. If you have any questions, feel free to ask here or in a PM.</p>
<p>Katrina</p>