Renee Reyes
Fundraising on behalf of Live Like Roo Foundation
Fundraising on behalf of Live Like Roo Foundation
$413.61
Raised
7
Donations
$1,750
Goal
Last year, I had the privilege to run the Chicago Marathon and fundraise for Live Like Roo! It was the most rewarding experience, so it was a no-brainer that I had to run with Live Like Roo again this year!
The biggest thing that got me to the finish line (besides the incredible support of my family, friends, and running group) was my why. Why did I fundraise with Roo? Why did I run the marathon? I did it to honor the memory and legacy of my cousin, Eric Ortiz.
As many of you know, Eric Ortiz was not only my cousin but also the person I aspire to be every day. It was the greatest honor of my life to know him and be able to love him. Eric had a heart of gold and loved to help others whether he knew you well or not at all. His favorite charity to fundraise for was Live Like Roo - a wonderful foundation that provides care packages and funding for pets and rescue animals that are dealing with cancer diagnoses.
Running for Live Like Roo last year helped me feel closer to Eric than I have since his passing in 2020. I felt him smiling down on me and cheering me on every mile of the marathon and throughout all the training. Fundraising in his honor helped me feel enveloped by the people who loved him and it reminded me that his light is still shining so bright. This is why I am running for Live Like Roo (and Eric) again this year.
I would be so grateful if you could donate to my marathon journey and in doing so, donate to Live Like Roo. $1, $5, $10, or anything would be so appreciated.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart in advance. On October 13th, I am going to make you all proud. See you at the finish line!
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Carolina Sales | $104.15
Go Renee and Live Like Roo!
Judy Conway | $100
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