Hi! I'm Ethan and I will be running the NYC Marathon for a cause close to my heart (and bones!) and would appreciate your help.

As many of you know, I enjoy staying active and fit. From 100-mile cycling rides and soccer matches to pumping iron in the gym, movement has always defined my life. This past spring, I checked a major milestone off my bucket list by completing my first marathon in Vienna.

This fall, I’m taking on an even bigger challenge: I’m lacing up for the 2026 New York City Marathon on November 1st! I am incredibly honored to be running as part of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation’s (BHOF) "Be Bone Strong" team. To earn my spot on the starting line, I have committed to raising $5,000 for this incredible organization, and I am asking for your support to help me get there.

Why this matters: An estimated 10 million Americans over 50 live with osteoporosis, and another 44 million have low bone density. This means nearly half of all adults over 50 are at risk. For people who love to move, the threat of fragile bones and fractures can mean losing the independence and activities that make life full.

The good news is that osteoporosis is preventable and manageable. However, awareness and funding are critical. As the nation’s leading organization dedicated to bone health, BHOF reduces human suffering through education, advocacy, and research.

Every single dollar I raise goes directly toward improving patient care and public education. I am incredibly proud to run 26.2 miles through the streets of my adopted hometown for a cause this meaningful, but I can't do it alone.

How you can help: If you are able to sponsor my run, you can donate directly through my fundraising page here. Any contribution, big or small, makes a massive difference.

Thank you so much for your generosity, your encouragement, and for helping me support a cause that keeps us all moving forward.

Best,

Ethan