This may come as no surprise to many of you, but I will be participating in the San Francisco AIDS Marathon this August 3rd! That's right, 26.2 miles! I expect to log nearly 500 miles in preparing for this event. It's all part of the National AIDS Marathon Training Program, which raises money for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation, one of the leading providers of AIDS services the Bay Area.
The AIDS epidemic is far from over. More than one million Americans, and 40 million others around the world, are now living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. In fact, approximately 1 in every 50 San Franciscans is living with HIV/AIDS. The money we raise will support HIV services and prevention programs in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties -- to help keep people alive until there's a cure. A portion of the funds will also support treatment access in the developing world.
This is why I am committed to raise at least $2,000.00 before May 2nd, although I would like to raise even more. I'm asking for your support. How can you support me?
SEND ME AN EMAIL MESSAGE:- For God's sake I am 36 and no spring chicken...words of encouragement go a long way...[rourkensf@aol.com]
BE A WATER BOY [OR GIRL]:- As my mileage increases I will need cheerleaders along the training path as well as some water to keep up fluids. For every volunteer that shows up in my name, $20.00 is added to my donation site [see and you don't even have to spend money].
SEND ME TRAINING TIPS:- My body is fighting me on this 26.2 mile thing and through my training program, I will log in over 500 miles. Any helpful tips are MUCH appreciated for recovery.
DONATE SOME MONEY:- I am trying to raise $2,000.00 which will support BayArea organizations and some 3rd World organizations in providing treatment options for those living with HIV/AIDS...if you did your taxes and realized you made too much money this year then here's the perfect opportunity to provide to a good cause...Thank you for supporting me in this tremendous undertaking. When I hit the streets [and HILLS!] of San Francisco this August to complete the Marathon, I'll know that you helped me and many others along the way.
Thanks for your support
Rourke!
Just click here to support me in this amazing endeavor: http://www.aidsmarathon.com/participant.asp?runner=SF-1331&EventCode=SF08
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