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Garden of Dreams Foundation

2009 ING NYC Marathon New York,  New York
Training buddies: My ipod and a prayer

Tina Cervasio's Fundraising Page

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page and assisting me in supporting the Garden of Dreams Foundation, to make dreams come true for kids in crisis. 

For the second year in a row, my goal is to raise money for Garden of Dreams by representing Madison Square Garden as a member of the "Dream Team" and run the ING New York City Marathon on November 1, 2009.  Yes, I'm doing the 26.2 miles yet AGAIN.  Last year I raised over $7,000 and completed the marathon in 4:24.13.  This year my goal is to raise $8,000 (and an extra $26.20 to be symbolic), and finish in 4:23.  Hey ... the true meaning of all this is to at least FINISH!

You can check out my blog, where there's video, entries and pictures about my training and fundraising efforts!!! And for more entertainment, you can also follow my training and other MSG musings on Twitter, I'm:  @MSGTina

We are clearly in difficult economic times, but I promise, this donation is worth it, and every dollar, no matter the contribution ... counts.

The Garden of Dreams Foundation is a non profit charity partnering with local children's hospitals, "wish" organizations and community-based organizations to build on-going, unforgettable programs for children in the Tri-State area who are suffering from devastating illness, homlessness, abuse, hunger, extreme poverty and tragedy. 

I have witnessed the smiles and joy of these children and their families when they visit Madison Square Garden to attend games, events, meet athletes and celebrities that they once only dreamed about. I believe strongly in Garden of Dreams' impact on people's lives. In fact, you can meet Charlie Pena yourself ... click here

Donating through this website is simple, fast and secure.

When I was a kid, my father, Joe, ran the Asbury Park Marathon in New Jersey, he was my inspiration to run track in high school, and complete my first Marathon just last year. The Garden of Dreams helped me make my dream come true. Finishing the marathon was an honor, grueling, yet humbling experience.  
And now I'm back, for one reason: to help others ... along the miles. 

Many thanks for your support.

~God Bless, Tina

Tina Cervasio McKearney

MSG Reporter & Host; Reporter, New York Knicks Telecasts

Supporters

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SS + SN Congrats, now soccer is next...
Kevin Meininger Way to go Tina!
Judy & Bob Davenport Best Wishes Tina!!
Fang's Bites Good luck, Tina!
Nweiser09 Good Luck... thanks a lot
Chris DeLauro Best of Luck Tina!! I've upped your mileage allowance for this event to $1.92 per mile.
Kathy Burke Good Luck Tina!
Chris Creed Best of luck
Paula Go Girl!!!
Kenny Albert Good luck Tina!
Frank Moretti Good Luck.
Mom & Dad McKearney Go for it! We are so proud of all you have done! May the wind be at your back
Dave T. Good Luck, Tina! Great job!
Marc Mondry Good Luck Tina!
Bob d One step at a time...
Steve Mars Way to go Tina!
Joseph Mangino Good luck, Tina! Go Knicks!
Eric Scharmer Go get em Tina, you rock baby!
Jillian Gibson Charity Auction Winner of Nate Robinson signed Jersey
Howie Singer Charity Auction Winner of Josh Beckett signed baseball
Marc Glucksman Charity Auction winner of David Cone signed baseball
Oscar Holt Charity Auction winner of Wilson Chandler & Larry Johnson signed photos
Melissa Chusid Good Luck Girl
Matt Harding Good Luck Tina! I think you should run in Wally the Green Monsters' outfit.
Joe and Maria Cervasio (Mom and Dad) Enjoy your second marathon. May it inspire you to the next realm of accomplishment in serving others
BILL AND ELAINE KLEIN BEST OF LUCK TINA!!!!!
Noah Pransky Good luck Tina! It's a lot easier to donate than it is to train for that thing!
Steven Insler Tina, Best of luck. A great and generous gesture by you!!!
Fenway Lynchie Best wishes for a great fundraiser. God bless our friend, Tina.
The Murray Family Good Luck!
Naoko Wow, another one!! Tina, you never cease to amaze- good luck and hope to see you again this season!
Jill Martin XOXO
Eddie Caggianelli Go, Tina, Go
Kevin McKearney My Wife is my hero!! I am so proud of you!! dreading the ice bath prep though!!!!
Anonymous Good Luck
Fellowship of Christian Athletes of NJ You go, girl! Praying for you!
Aunt Phyllis & Uncle Barry Have a great run!!
mike and dawn timlin Yeah Tina- wish I was joining you... maybe next year- you go girl!!!!!
Carmela Senesky ....pushing toward the goal!.... Aunt Carmela & Uncle John
Michael F. Cervasio Best of luck.
Kevin Leckner Go Tina!!
Pete & Krystyna Bucky You wimp..go for under 4 hours! From the "The Walker"
Lisa Clarke You go!!!! Good Luck : )
Dr. Michael Weinman Good luck Tina
If Management Good luck Tina!
Anthony & Jessica Corino Good luck!
dan shaughnessy go, tina!
James Questel Hopefully you can beat Oprah's time this year!
Barry watkins
Becky Warren I'm right behind you, Tina! Wishing you the very best success!

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