If you are reading this, please consider this heartfelt request as I prepare for a significant journey: on October 12, 2025, I will be running the Chicago Marathon to raise funds for an organization that means so much to me—Girls in the Game.

This charity empowers young girls through team sports, providing them with not only the skills they need to succeed in athletics but also the confidence to navigate life's challenges. Many of these girls come from underserved communities, facing obstacles that can seem insurmountable. Through the support of Girls in the Game, they learn resilience, teamwork, and leadership—lessons that will stay with them long after they leave the field.

However, the reality is that many of these girls lack access to the basic resources needed to participate in sports. This is why I’m reaching out to you. I am seeking donations for Girls in the Game as I try to reach my goal of $1,500. Your generosity could provide an opportunity to a girl who dreams of competing confidently in her favorite sport. You could help empower the next Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, or Alex Morgan!

The impact of your support goes far beyond the Chicago Marathon: it touches the very lives of countless young girls, instilling hope and igniting passion in their hearts. By supporting Girls in the Game, you are not just donating; you are investing in their futures, helping them believe in themselves and their dreams.

Thank you for considering this request. Your support would mean the world to me, but more importantly, it would change the lives of the girls who look to us for encouragement and empowerment. Together, we can help build a brighter future for them.

With heartfelt gratitude,

AC xx