Clean Water's not a matter of luxury.... but life.

Sure 26.2 miles seems like a long way.  Before we started training even 3 miles was a chore.  Sure Sadie and I are probably somewhat crazy for taking this on right now with 3 kids and all the demands of life.  What is far more crazy and breaks our hearts is that with all the technological advances of our generation there are still many in our world that lack even clean water.  In the states we take it for granted, but for many it's not a matter of luxury it is rather a matter of life.

More than 1.1 billion people lack access to safe water and 2.6 billion people lack even basic sanitary facilities.  Diseases caused by unsafe drinking water and inadequate sanitation remain humanity’s most serious public health threat, causing 80% of the sicknesses in developing countries and annually killing between 2 and 5 million people, mainly young children. Lack of water and sanitation undermines the sustainability of other critical needs, including education, economic development, nutrition, environmental health and gender equality.

Although the challenge is great, the solution is known and doable.  World Vision works to tackle the root causes of poverty by working with children, families, and their communities to provide things like: clean water, health care, nutritious food, education, and economic opportunities.

The marathon, it's gonna be a challenge for sure, but it's one we are willing to take on as it will mean life for children around the world.  Our goal as a couple is to raise at least $8,000 for this cause.

Would you help us get there by supporting our efforts through Team World Vision:

Click on the SPONSOR ME NOW button to make a one time donation.  You can leave a message there along with your pledge.

Remember there are two of us running, so whatever amount you're thinking about right now... just double it :-) LOL  Grace and Peace from the Johnson's!