Welcome to the Official Desmond Campbell Marathon Fundraiser
Those of you who know me are aware that my great passions in life are
fundraising for charitable causes and marathons. I emigrated from
Ardara, Co. Donegal (Ireland) to Chicago in 1964. I work two jobs, that
means 7 days a week, but that does not stop me from finding time to
workout and train for marathons.
With 34 years of experience in fundraising at the peak in my life as I
will be turning 68 years old; my greatest challenge is set. Raise
$50,000, compete in two marathons in three weeks on two continents. My
two favorite cities, Chicago and Dublin, combined with my favorite
passions, fundraising and marathons. "Lets Do Something Amazing."
Charity: The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC) junior adapted
sports. RIC junior sports program provides recreation and social
activities for kids with disabilities. The program offers a full range
of sports activities to all ability levels free of charge. Kids who
participate in RIC program do not have many chances to engage in social
activities or recreation on a daily basis. RIC strives to give these
kids opportunities to get equipment that is fit specifically for them,
send them to a summer camps, or just help them with transportation to
local events in the city where they can participate in activities that
we all enjoy. Visit the RIC Junior Competitive Sports Program page for more information about the RIC Junior Adapted Sports
Programs.
I believe in the RIC junior sports program and what they stand for. I
have the opportunity to participate in marathons that wheelchair racers
from RIC are the first wave of the athletes leading the way before me. I
feel that we have a great connection to our passion. I am proud to
compete along with those that I raise funding for.
I would like to thank each and everyone for your past generosity. Keep
in mind that no donation is too small, and every donation is tax
deductible. Remember every donation helps put me one step closer!
Don't forget to ask your place of business about matching your donation. Visit my facebook event page to post words of encouragement.
Sincerely,
Desmond Campbell
