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Team Jay's Boston Marathon Website
Page Creator: Jason Hellendrung
Event: Boston Marathon 2005
Event Starts: Apr 18th 2005
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Pre-Chicago Marathon...26.2 to go!
About my nonprofit:
Bay State Games Bay State Games
About Bay State Games:
The Massachusetts Amateur Sports Foundation, organizer of the Bay State Games, works year round to promote personal development, physical fitness, teamwork, good sportsmanship,...
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Fundraising target: $3,500
So far I have raised: $4,500.00
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My personal message:
Dear Family and Friends!

Welcome to the Team Jay fundraising page for the Bay State Games, a cause that's very important to me. The Mass Amateur Sports Foundation and the BSG keep kids involved in their communities and off the streets through athletics and fitness, bring communities together by providing sports and fitness opportunities for people of all ages, provide scholarships to students across the state, and promote sportsmanlike behavior in all of its programs and activities. I'm honored to be running for Team BSG and for the opportunity to run in the 109th Boston Marathon on April 18th, 2005.

The Mass Amateur Sports Foundation is an organization in whose mission I believe strongly because of its efforts to promote personal development, physical fitness, teamwork, and good sportmanship through athletics. About 2-1/2 years ago, I got sick, lost 40 pounds in a 10 week period, and was diagnosed with Type 1 (juvenile) diabetes at the age of 28. My doctor's told me that I was in the "honeymoon" phase of the disease's onset: that my body was destroying its own insulin production, and that I would eventually need to give myself daily insulin injections to control my blood sugar, most likely within 3-6 months. So, I turned to physical fitness and running, along with changing my diet, to see if I could extend the honeymoon! After 2-1/2 years, I've been able to maintain normal blood sugar levels without supplemental insulin, and this past October I ran in my first marathon in Chicago, completing it in a time of 3:51! I hope that in some way, my story can help inspire others that no matter what obstacles they face in life, they can overcome any challenges as long as they put their mind (or body) to it!

So, thank you for visiting my site, and thanks for your support. As part of the Boston Athletic Association's Marathon Charity Program, I have committed to raise $3500 for the MASF/BSG by February 28th. The BSG are a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable foundation, and all donations are tax-deductible. Also, please check with your employer to see if they have an employee charitable gift matching program; this is a great way to double (or even triple) your donation! Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me. Any amount will make a difference but please try to give generously! If you would prefer to not donate through this site, you may also send a check made out to "Bay State Games" with "Jason Hellendrung-Boston Marathon" written in the memo line. Checks should be sent to: Massachusetts Amateur Sports Foundation Bay State Games 55 Sixth Road Woburn, MA 01801 Both Bay State Games and I really appreciate your donation. Many thanks for your support. Jason

Online Sponsors to date:
Display Name Date Amount  Comment
4/16/2005 $50.00 Go get em 
Anonymous 4/15/2005 $50.00  
Anonymous 4/15/2005 $100.00  
3/31/2005 $25.00 Better late than never--good luck JH 
3/6/2005 $25.00 Good Luck, Jason. I'm Proud of You! 
Anonymous 3/3/2005 $25.00  
3/1/2005 $25.00 Good luck with the big 26! 
2/28/2005 $25.00 Jason, your efforts are inspiring! 
2/28/2005 $25.00 very admirable and good luck!! i know you'll do well!!! 
2/28/2005 $25.00 good luck! 
Anonymous 2/27/2005 $50.00  
2/25/2005 $50.00 Good luck! 
2/25/2005 $25.00 I'm having a party in honor of you Jason! Make sure you wave!! 
Anonymous 2/25/2005 $50.00  
Anonymous 2/24/2005 $200.00  
2/24/2005 $30.00 JAY, Jay Jay Jay, Jay Jay Jay...can you sing it? Good luck! 
Anonymous 2/23/2005 $25.00  
2/23/2005 $25.00 Go Jason!!!!! 
Anonymous 2/23/2005 $100.00  
Anonymous 2/23/2005 $20.00  
2/23/2005 $50.00 Thanks for inspiring us!!! 
2/23/2005 $50.00  
2/23/2005 $50.00  
2/23/2005 $50.00 good luck jason 
2/23/2005 $50.00 Don't look back and good luck, Jase! 
2/22/2005 $25.00 Good Luck Jay!! Make URI LAR proud!! 
Anonymous 2/22/2005 $15.00  
2/22/2005 $25.00 run a few laps for me too 
2/22/2005 $50.00 Best of luck ~  
2/21/2005 $25.00 Glad to see you're getting out of the office. Cheers from me and Robynne 
Anonymous 2/21/2005 $50.00  
2/18/2005 $50.00 Jason, hey hon! Hope training is going well! Take care... 
2/15/2005 $75.00 Run, J, run!!! What you're doing is fantastic. Keep it up!! 
Anonymous 2/14/2005 $25.00  
Anonymous 2/14/2005 $59.00  
2/13/2005 $75.00 Best of luck - take care of yourself 
2/11/2005 $50.00 Run like the cops are chasing you!!!!!! 
2/11/2005 $101.00 I picked "reverend" because my retired CW5 title of "excellency" was not available! Good luck! 
2/9/2005 $50.00 Best of luck with the run! 
2/9/2005 $25.00  
2/8/2005 $100.00 Good Luck! Angelo & Lynn Simeoni 
Anonymous 2/7/2005 $50.00  
2/1/2005 $25.00 Good Luck Jay. I see you at Heartbreak Hill!! 
1/27/2005 $50.00 In memory of my son, Rob. Jason, you are doing great! 
Anonymous 1/26/2005 $200.00  
Anonymous 1/26/2005 $50.00  
1/26/2005 $50.00 So where do we set up the deck chairs to watch you run by? 
1/24/2005 $25.00 Clearly you have lost your mind. 2 much time in Cleveland. Run, Boy, Run! 
1/24/2005 $50.00 I'll be cheering for you at mile 17!!! 
1/21/2005 $50.00 Good Luck, but why is only Laura in the picture with you. Where is my Princess? 
1/21/2005 $50.00 Good Luck Jason 
1/21/2005 $50.00  
1/21/2005 $50.00  
1/21/2005 $50.00 Nice guys finish last...but you can be the exception! 
Anonymous 1/21/2005 $100.00  
1/21/2005 $100.00 Best wishes, Cubs in 2005. 
1/21/2005 $25.00 Good Luck Jason 
Anonymous 1/21/2005 $25.00  
1/21/2005 $50.00 Mike, Lynn and Ethan think your the man! Good Luck. 
1/21/2005 $100.00 To kick things off for Round 2! 
1/14/2005 $50.00  
1/12/2005 $50.00 Got your back! 
Anonymous 1/6/2005 $50.00  
1/6/2005 $25.00  
12/30/2004 $25.00  
12/30/2004 $25.00 You go, boy!! 
12/21/2004 $25.00  
12/15/2004 $50.00 Best of Luck Jay!! Scott & Nicole 
12/13/2004 $50.00  
12/7/2004 $100.00 U R my HERO! Congrats on Chicago and Best of Luck in Beantown 
12/7/2004 $25.00 Good Luck!!! 
11/30/2004 $25.00 see you there - good luck with the training!!! 
11/29/2004 $50.00 Good luck Jay....We'll see you at the finish line! ....Mike & Greta Ryan 
Anonymous 11/23/2004 $25.00  
11/22/2004 $50.00  
Anonymous 11/17/2004 $50.00  
Anonymous 11/16/2004 $15.00  
Anonymous 11/16/2004 $25.00  
11/15/2004 $25.00 Good luck to you 
11/15/2004 $50.00 You're awesome! Train hard and enjoy Boston...hope to see you there! Best of luck! 
Anonymous 11/15/2004 $25.00  
Anonymous 11/15/2004 $25.00  
Anonymous 11/12/2004 $50.00  
11/8/2004 $50.00 Hi CB Superstar, keep up the good work, such a great cause and goal, your the best! 
* Total raised online: $4,090.00
Amount raised offline: $410.00
Grand Total: $4,500.00
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