Grandmas Marathon and Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon

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Chloe:
Running has always been a major part of my life. Part of what has always made running so special to me is the special connection that my mom and I have developed over the years because of running. Since starting my running journey, my mom has always supported me in all of my endeavors, including taking time out her extremely busy schedule to attend meets in the U.S. while living overseas in South Korea. In addition to supporting my wild running dreams, my mom has also always been active member in supporting all of the teams I was a part of, and coached other runners to find success. In March of 2023, my mom was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer, and still has managed to continuously support me, as well as some of her other runners in reaching their goals. As a younger runner, I was always asked why I run, and the reason has always been the same, "I run for the people who have always helped me get to the point I am in life today, the people who are unable to run, and myself." Running now, while I will will always run for these people, I will always run for my mom, and I felt there was not greater honor than to dedicate my first ever marathon to her, and to anyone else with cancer, who also is fighting.
 
 
The money our team raises helps the American Cancer Society in so many ways. It's helping fund innovative research. It's providing free information for people dealing with the disease. It's providing rides to treatment and places to stay for people who have to seek treatment far from home. In short, our money is helping save lives. Consider donating to our team and helping advance the cause.
 
 

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Welcome to our Team Page. 
 
Chloe:
Running has always been a major part of my life. Part of what has always made running so special to me is the special connection that my mom and I have developed over the years because of running. Since starting my running journey, my mom has always supported me in all of my endeavors, including taking time out her extremely busy schedule to attend meets in the U.S. while living overseas in South Korea. In addition to supporting my wild running dreams, my mom has also always been active member in supporting all of the teams I was a part of, and coached other runners to find success. In March of 2023, my mom was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer, and still has managed to continuously support me, as well as some of her other runners in reaching their goals. As a younger runner, I was always asked why I run, and the reason has always been the same, "I run for the people who have always helped me get to the point I am in life today, the people who are unable to run, and myself." Running now, while I will will always run for these people, I will always run for my mom, and I felt there was not greater honor than to dedicate my first ever marathon to her, and to anyone else with cancer, who also is fighting.
 
 
The money our team raises helps the American Cancer Society in so many ways. It's helping fund innovative research. It's providing free information for people dealing with the disease. It's providing rides to treatment and places to stay for people who have to seek treatment far from home. In short, our money is helping save lives. Consider donating to our team and helping advance the cause.
 
 

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Event Details

Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024

Location: Duluth, MN

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How Fundraising Impacts Your Community

Cancer hits far too close to home, so the funds you raise will help do the same. Through services and resources like free rides to chemo, free places to stay near hospitals, and a live 24/7 helpline, cancer patients and their families will feel the love. Here’s how recent money raised has been put to incredible uses.

As of January 2022, we have invested $400 M for potentially lifesaving cancer research grants.

We have received over 250,000 calls and chats from patients and caregivers seeking support in 2021

Cancer patients benefited from ACS transportation support through our Road TO Recovery program and transportation grants in 2021, with nearly 229,000 rides provided.

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Many thanks to our generous sponsors for fueling the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer.

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