A few months ago, I ran the Broad Street Run in place of my mom while she was undergoing open-heart surgery. Running that day gave me a way to honor her strength and feel like I was making her proud during one of the hardest moments our family has ever faced.

This year, I'll be running the Philadelphia Half Marathon in support of the American Heart Association. After seeing firsthand how heart conditions can affect not only individuals, but also their families and loved ones, this cause has become personal to me.

If you're able to donate or share my page, I'd be incredibly grateful. Every contribution helps support lifesaving research, education, and care for people affected by heart conditions.

Thank you so much for your support—it truly means a lot.