I am running in memory of all those affected by cancer. Do you know someone affected by cancer? I would be honored to write their name on my race-day jersey and carry their memory as I cover 26.2 miles of NYC. 
 
At first, this marathon was strictly a personal goal, but now, I’ve also dedicated my training and race efforts to support the American Cancer Society. Fighting cancer will make every mile more meaningful. This race is run in honor of the one of the most sparkling human beings I have come across. She is my grandmother. She is my muse.

Why NYC? Why the American Cancer Society?

Running the NYC Marathon has been a long-time goal of mine. I could not think of a better race to celebrate marathon #10 and I knew immediately who I wanted to run this race for and why. This race, all 26.2 miles, plus the hundreds of training miles, will be run in honor of my Grammie and all those who battle cancer. For years my Grammie fought her own race. A race much more grueling, difficult and uncertain than the one I will compete in. Throughout, she was persistent, humble, scared, but most importantly, beautiful. I am running the world’s greatest race, for the world’s greatest; Helen Powers.

Please support me.

I hate asking for money. I realize everyone has their own causes, their own struggles. I thought long and hard before accepting a spot with the American Cancer Society. In the end, I kept thinking about my Grammie. About her struggle and I knew I had to do something. I am here because of her. It is my turn to give back to her and all those who face the toughest race. If you can, please help me honor the people who have been touched by cancer, and to bring hope to those who will be affected by this disease. If you can give $5, $50, $100, I would be eternally grateful.

Help me fill my jersey! For all those who donate, I would be honored to wear the name of a loved one on my race-day jersey. Even if you can’t donate, I would still like to carry them with me. You can email me at janac@live.com and let me know who you would like me to run in honor or memory of.