In September, we each ran 100 miles for the CancerFree KIDS 100 Mile Challenge. Together with our team at Custom Design Benefits, we also raised $2,500 to support childhood cancer research.
Running 100 miles each felt pretty good. But seeing our coworkers, friends, and supporters rally around the cause felt even better.
Why We Took on the 100-Mile Challenge
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and the 100-mile challenge let us turn that awareness into action. CancerFree KIDS funds promising early-stage pediatric cancer research, helping new ideas lead to gentler, more effective treatments for children.
We wanted to do our part to support children facing cancer and the families who love them. Taking on the 100-mile challenge gave us an opportunity to help fund promising research and spread the word about CancerFree KIDS.
And on the days when we weren't exactly excited to lace up our running shoes, remembering why we started was the motivation we needed to keep going.
A Team Effort from Day One
Did we compare mileage and running times along the way? Of course. We’re sales guys, after all, and a little friendly competition comes naturally. But this challenge was never really about who finished first.
The miles were ours to run, but we had plenty of people cheering us on. Every donation, encouraging message, and conversation about the cause reminded us how many people wanted to be part of this effort. Our CDB teammates and everyone who supported the fundraiser helped make it possible.
Thank You for Going the Distance with Us
We're happy to say we each made it to 100 miles. But what we'll remember most is that, together with our CDB team, we raised $2,500 for CancerFree KIDS.
A big thank-you to our colleagues, friends, families, and everyone who donated or cheered us on. Your generosity helped support research that makes a difference for children facing cancer and the families who love them.
We finished the challenge with tired legs, a few stories to trade, and plenty of appreciation for the people who helped get us there.
