Boston Marathon 2011

Flora's Personal Fundraising page

Creator: Flora Allen-Hopson


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Help me reach my goal of: $25,000
So far I've raised: $5,646.2

Why I'm fundraising for the Joslin Diabetes Center

I'm fundraising for this event because I believe so strongly in all the good things Joslin Diabetes Center does.
 

When you are a parent, you will do anything for your child. In loving my babies with my whole heart I would do anything to support their dreams, honor their journey.  But, love and try as I might...I was not prepared to shield my son from the heartbreak he would endure as he watched his own son battle for his life.  

As my son Ray prepared to win an NBA Championship, my baby Grandson, Walker was fighting with all his mini might to survive his diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes.  With God's help, he continues to battle everyday. 

This was the moment as a parent that I will never forget. It changed me.  Forever.

On Monday, April 18 I will be running my second BOSTON MARATHON to honor our Walker and his unwaivering persistence, strength, resilience and hope as he continues on his path to triumph over this cowardly disease that is Type 1 diabetes. 

 
PLEASE support me as I run 26.2 miles for my Grandson. Its the least I can do to show Walker how his joy has inspired us; the least I can do to show my son how proud I am of the loving father he is...the least we ALL can do to find a CURE for the millions of little "champions" like my Walker who do battle with diabetes every moment of everyday.

Its funny, people keep cautioned me about "heartbreak hill"; but, running up a hill isn't heartbreak.  Diabetes is heartbreak. Watching your 17 month old grandson fight to live is heartbreak. Standing by helpless as your grown son kneels in prayer over his baby in bedside vigil- that's heartbreak. 

 

 But, because of the Joslin- we do have hope.  Please help me support the Joslin Center to find a CURE for diabetes for Walker and the millions of children like him. Together we can help hope stamp out heartbreak...we can, we WILL! 

My Walker made me a "runner"...

 

...please support my race to the CURE !

Blessings and Love,

Flora Allen-Hopson

 

My sponsors to date:

Name Amount Message
David and Beth Drubner $500
Ann Marie Kreft and Timothy Ramsey $100
Herbert Kohl $250
Susan Corrado $250
Nadine Glinski $100 Congratulations on the Marathon! Here's to Walker and YOU!
Jeff and Cynthia Hatcher $200 Keep doing what you are doing as we continue to pray for a cure.
Flora Gaudet $75 You are an inspiration! I'll be cheering for you!
Kenneth Kummins $250 You are truly a woman of valor; a phenomenal individual, and you set the bar very high for others. I hope they too rise to the occasion and with love and compassion as you do. God Bless!
Leah Wilcox $75 We love You Flo "On Da Go!" Millisa, Gizmo, Missy, & I can go w/o Cable for a month to support your efforts! Luv Ya Leah
Walker Allen $500 Thank you Grandma Flo for running for me and all of my friends with Type 1; we will be with you the whole way! Hugs and hi-fives! Walkie xo
Ned and Kate Hentz $265 $10 per mile baby! Go Flo! Love you Kate and Ned
Dennis Ringland and Jacquie Lipton $100 Children like Walker brought me here to help. You will inspire me to finish. Please email me.
Paul Finelli $50 Thank you Flo for giving us the chance to support your journey with Walker. The Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute stand in your and Walker's corner.
Karen Miazga and Conrad Balagtas $30 Supporting a great cause and happy my cousin Cherryl Bueno sent me this link.
Ralph Giansanti $100 Go Flo go!
Jacqueline and John Williams $250 You are an amazing woman and a terrific grandmother, Thank you Flo from all of us who love our Walkie
Donnie and Larry Stern $300 You are an inspiration to all who know you! Good luck to you as we continue to pray for a cure.
Cherie Greer Brown $50
Cherryl Bueno $26.2 A dollar for every mile you put on your running shoes. I wish I could give more, but my heart will find a way to support your cause in other ways.
Denise Benn $25 My son, John age 18, came home from school and a routine examine found him to be Type 2 diabetic. I understand your determination and pray for your success as well as Walker's in our fight against this disease.
Gayle King $500
Cindy and William Lyons $1,000 to honor and support the beautiful spirit of Flo and her family! Love, Cindy and Bill Lyons
Arnold Beizer $500 Flo I'll be there to cheer you on. It's a great thing you are doing. My running days are over except for running to the bathroom! I will take part vicariously thru U and Ray providing HOPE for precious children like Walker. Arny Beizer
Loa Patman $100 I've very much enjoyed getting to know you. I think you are amazing & inspiring, and I'm honored to be on your team. Thank You :)
Yvette Miller $25 In honor of your grandson Walker and also my beloved Abuela.
Carol Gover $25

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