[NFBP-Talk] TOMORROW: Consider Pledging Your Support for the NFB of PA’s Erie Chapter Member Passle Helminski and Raise Money for the NFB of PA

Sat Nov 5 17:56:25 UTC 2022

Hello everybody!

We are hoping you can support the National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania and pledge your support for our Erie Chapter member, Passle Helminski! She is running the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 6, 2022!

This is a 26.2 mile marathon!!!!!

You can pledge your support in two ways:

1. Pledging a monetary donation for each mile she runs. This can be .50, $1, $2.50, $5 or an amount of your choosing 

2. Pledging a monetary donation for the entire marathon, which is $25

To pledge your support, please fill out the following Google Form. Once Passle completes the marathon, we will contact you to tell you of her progress and next steps. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2DI1ZPWWOeszNBO32MMdGAlBhaa_kOpviUwcx1i20tbHM3w/viewform

You can read about Passle Helminskion this article from Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurabegleybloom/2022/10/31/women-beating-amazing-odds-in-the-new-york-marathon/?sh=2a3614f463f4

Please See Below Concerning How You Can Download the App and Track Passle’s Progress During the Marathon!

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Download the TCS New York City Marathon App
The 2022 TCS New York City Marathon App Powered by Tata Consultancy Services is now available for download. The app features real-time tracking of all runners from start to finish and is a must have for spectators. Running in this year’s race? Use the app to access your confirmation form, stay informed with the latest event updates, and celebrate your run.

DOWNLOAD IT TODAY!

CATCH THE ACTION LIVE 
Your support crew can watch the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon live on Sunday, November 6 as over 50,000 runners including 13 Olympians, 12 Paralympians, and three 2022 women's World Championship medalists take to the streets of NYC. Tickets are still available for Grandstand seats near the finish line. The race will air locally on ABC7 and nationally on ESPN2. Streaming options will also be available. Not in the USA? Find out where to watch internationally.

VIEW WAYS TO WATCH

EPISODE 8 OF NYC WITH MEB
Watch the final episode of the series as Meb talks about how even though he’s crossed the finish line of the New York City Marathon 12 times, each time felt like a victory. Coach Ben and Meb discuss how recovery starts immediately after you cross the finish line including refueling and hydrating.

PLAY THE EPISODE

The Ultimate High-Performance Sports Watch
With design elements inspired by the TCS New York City Marathon such as the race course outline through a black and grey map of New York City on the dial and the TCS New York City Marathon logo on the caseback, this is the ideal souvenir for runners and fans of the iconic marathon. Only 262 models of this ultra-light and ultra-robust watch will be produced – a nod to the length of the marathon (26.2 miles). The NORQAIN Plate on the left side of the case can be personalized with any word, name, date, or phrase.

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MARATHON DAY OF GIVING 
Join us for our 3rd Annual Marathon Day of Giving!Donate today or on Marathon Day of Giving on November 7 and be a part of something special as we bring the TCS New York City Marathon back at full capacity for the first time since 2019! Through your donation, you’ll be supporting NYRR’s youth and community programs and events as we empower runners in the five boroughs with our mission to help and inspire people through running.

GIVE A GIFT

MARATHON WEEK PLOGGING EVENT
Join us for a fun 3-mile plog around the streets of NYCon November 4 at 10:00 a.m. with professional runner and sustainability activist, Tina Muir. Plogging is picking up litter while you are out for a run or walk. Meet up location will be at the NYRR RUNCENTER. Restrooms and lockers (on a first come, first served basis) will be available. Compostable bags and gloves will be provided to all registered runners. Each runner will also receive a sustainable giveaway after the event!

REGISTER TO PLOG

BAG PRE-CHECK THANKS TO UPS
UPS is proud to partner with New York Road Runners once again for this year’s TCS New York City Marathon. UPS will be there to help you pre-check your bag on Friday or Saturday (only available for those who opted in previously) in Central Park prior to race day. To all the runners: Be bold. Be brave. Be unstoppable.

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MASTERCARD’S NEIGHBORHOOD CHEER ZONE
Mastercard® is bringing New York’s five boroughs to the TCS New York City Expo! Starting November 3, you can visit Mastercard’s Neighborhood Cheer Zone inside the Expo to personalize a cheer sign for race day, snap a photo, enjoy some Priceless™ surprises, and buy craft chocolate from a local small business. Because supporting a small business from your neighborhood is Priceless™.

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New York Road Runners, whose mission is to help and inspire people through running, serves runners of all ages and abilities annually through races, community runs, walks, training, virtual products, and other running-related programming. Our free youth programs and events serve kids in New York City’s five boroughs and across the country.
Help Support Our Mission
Become an NYRR Member
Make a Donation
Volunteer with Us
Join NYRR Team for Kids
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Thank you!
National Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania
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