IN 2016, I WANT TO PUSH MYSELF TO DO SOME THINGS THAT I HAVEN'T DONE BEFORE, SYMBOLIC OF THE PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL BATTLES THAT TOO MANY OF MY FRIENDS HAVE HAD TO ENDURE.
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis have nearly killed some close friends. Other friends have actually lost loved ones.
These diseases have brought so much pain and suffering to so many friends that I have vowed to fight as hard as I can to find new treatments and cures, as quickly as possible.
And while my fundraising in the past has seen about 20% of those funds getting into the hands of researchers, CURE for IBD will allocate 100% OF DONATIONS DIRECTLY TO RESEARCH!
Throughout the year, I will be raising awareness and funds through a variety of events, and I appreciate any support you can give. The purpose of participating in these events is not to draw attention to myself, but rather to draw much needed attention to these insidious diseases, for the kids and adults that so desperately need cures.
COMPLETED: NJ Half Marathon. 13.1 miles
COMPLETED: Jersey Genesis Sprint Tri
COMPLETED: Chicago Rock'n'Roll Half Marathon
COMPLETED: Atlantic City International Distance Triathlon
COMPLETED: NJ Gran Fondo... 64 miles
COMPLETED: Century for the Cure... 100 miles
COMPLETED: Great River Ride... 64 miles
COMPLETED: IRONMAN North Carolina (swim 2.4, bike 56, run 26.2 miles)
FINAL DESTINATION: NYC Marathon
GOOD NEWS: NONE of your donation will go to pay any of my event expenses or any other expenses... CURE for IBD will allocate 100% of your donation to Inflammatory Bowel Disease research so that cures can be found sooner.
I won't ever stop fighting for my family and friends. That's a promise that I intend to keep. Thank you for any support you can provide.
Regards,
Chris
PS - I would also like to invite you (or anyone else you know) to set up your own CURE for IBD fundraising page. It's free, and there are no age limits or fundraising minimums, so even kids can get involved in supporting this charitable cause. There is strength in numbers, and together we can find a cure even faster!
Get The Word Out
https://cureforibd.donordrive.com/campaign/chrispedicone