Running to Support Young Dreams

 

Dear Friends,

I am running 50 marathons, one in every state, in an attempt to raise $1,000,000 for organizations that support young people in realizing their dreams by expanding their horizons, accessing educational resources and getting the tools they need to succeed. My motivation for this stems from the fact that throughout my life I have received help and guidance from my loving mother, inspiring mentors, and outstanding organizations. I am deeply grateful for the assistance that I received and have combined my desire for personal achievement with a commitment to giving others the opportunities that were given to me.

To the extent any of these organizations resonate with you, please consider making a donation.

A Better Chance (ABC) refers students of color to the nation’s finest schools for placement and financial aid.
Donate to ABC

The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) helps young people from low-income communities improve their business, academic and life skills.
Donate to NFTE

Summer Search provides low-income high school students with mentoring and life-changing summer experiences.
Donate to Summer Search

New York Needs You, founded by me and15 friends, closes the opportunity gap through an intensive career development and leadership training program that enables high-potential, first generation college students to realize their career aspirations.
Donate to New York Needs You

Bronx Success Academy Charter School currently being established in the Bronx to serve Grades K-5.
Donate to Bronx Success Academy

Citizens Committee for NYC provides young people with the opportunity to organize and lead community service projects while enhancing their academic and career prospects.
Donate to Citizens Committee for NYC

Thank you for your support,

Robert Reffkin

	Fundraising Goal: $1,000,000		Marathon Goal: 50
Money Pledged to Date: $583,800		Money Donated to Date: $221,550	Marathons Completed To Date: 25