Greetings Fellow Rockstars in my LIFE,
I’ve been known to compare running a marathon to childbirth. But seeing as I have 2 kids, it only makes sense that I go back for seconds on the marathon as well! So I've decided to run the 2019 TCS New York City Marathon with Team for Kids and I am asking for your support of their inspiring mission.
My passion for running began in 2010 when I signed up to run my first "real" race, a half marathon in Charleston, SC. Almost a decade later, I now consider myself a seasoned, competitive runner having finished approximately 75 races in 18 states and Puerto Rico, ranking in the top 10-15% of finishers for a majority of those races.
In 2015, I ran my first full marathon, and hated life for the entire 5 hours it took me to complete the race. I vowed I would never run a marathon again- 26.2 miles on a torn ACL was too painful and I didn't feel like going through the training again. Plus, who actually wants to run marathon anyways? So what did I do? The same thing every runner does... in 2018, I decided to run another marathon. This time, I'm running for a cause much bigger than ME.
I guess I was "in-state" when I made the decision. I met a good friend of mine at a Tony Robbins event... he had just finished running the 2018 New York Marathon, and I felt a severe case of FOMO coming on. Fear of insignificance took over, and in the nature of saying "YES", a group of 3 of us made a verbal commitment to sign on for 2019 TCS New York Marathon. Our party of 3 has now grown to over 100 from so many countries I've lost count. Our mission is to raise over $250,000 for Team for Kids...
Team for Kids is a team of adult runners who raise funds for critical services provided by New York Road Runners youth programs. These programs empower youth development and encourage healthy habits via running and character-building programs across the country. The programs help give kids a sense of confidence, accountably, and healthy self-expression, where the resources might not be otherwise available to them. Not only does your support help this program thrive, but will also support ME on my financial commitment of $2500 to run with this group of badasses! On November 2, TFK will pound the pavement on the streets on NYC- watch for us on TV! And if you're able, I would be honored to have you as part of my support system, be it financially or in your thoughts & prayers.
Thank you my friends! It's a RUNderful life!
Ericka Trivett
A little about the donation...
Making a donation is easy! You can click on the Donate button on this page to give through my secure fundraising site. You can also find information about where to send a check, or how to get your company to match your gift here! All contributions are tax deductible.
Your giving helps New York Road Runners youth programs:
- Serve nearly 250,000 students nationwide - including 125,000 in New York City's five boroughs - through free NYRR youth running programs, events, and resources.
- Engage students in long-term athlete development (LTAD), a lifelong journey that guides an individual's experience in sports and physical activity to develop healthy minds and bodies for life.
- Help build the next generation of athletes by supporting coaches, educators, and fitness leaders with the tools they need to make a difference.
Whether you are a runner, have worked with children, or have kids yourself, I hope you will join me to further this great cause!
See you at the finish line!