ACLU Foundation of Georgia, Inc.

"Following the 2016 election, the fight for voting rights remains as critical as ever. Politicians across the nation continue to engage in voter suppression, efforts to stop citizens from exercising their sacred right to vote."

--ACLU of Georgia

The Fundraiser
From September 14 to October 10, I will be running or walking at least one mile per day (for a total of 26.2 miles or the length of a marathon!) as a part of the Ann Arbor Marathon Challenge. As I celebrate my journey back to running with all of you, I am also raising money for the ACLU of Georgia , in support of all of the work they do to end voter suppression and to preserve and expand the civil liberties that all people in the US deserve.

Fundraising Goal
My goal is to raise at least $2622 for the 26.22 miles I will be covering over the course of the challenging. 

To everyone who contributes at least $5, I will send a thank you card in the mail via USPS. 

For every donation at least $100, I will dedicate a mile in honor of someone of the donor's choice. 

World Mental Health Day
The Ann Arbor Marathon Challenge  concludes on October 10, World Mental Health Day.  The run is supporting a variety of charities that are committed to ending stigmas about mental health. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with a therapist throughout my injury and surgery recovery, and I recognize that not everyone has access to adequate mental health care. Voting in the upcoming election is fundamental to support local, state, and national level initiatives to improve mental health support and healthcare, more broadly.

Thank You!
Thank you in advance for your contribution to support the ACLU of Georgia  in their efforts to enhance the rights of all in the Peach State without political partisanship.  Your support means a lot! 


Thank you! ¡Muchas gracias! Muito obrigada! 

Cyd :)

P. S. All donations will go directly to the ACLU through PayPal Giving Fund. As a donor, you will donate to and receive tax receipts from PayPal Giving Fund.

Our Creed calls us to live ideals that result in actions worthy of the highest precepts of true manhood, democracy, and humanity. The brothers of the Epsilon Xi chapter of Sigma Alpha Mu at Emory University are outraged by the recent events unfolding in this country and the continuation of such events without consequence. We stand firmly against racism and are collecting donations to support the ACLU of Georgia. We encourage all Emory organizations, the administration, and individuals to participate. We will be matching up to $650 and we hope that you will join us to raise money for an important cause in this fight.

This year, for my birthday, I'm asking for something a little different. Instead of gifts, I would love your support for the ACLU Foundation of Georgia. Their mission to enhance and defend the civil liberties and rights of all Georgians resonates deeply with me, and I believe in the power of community to make a difference.

Your donations will help the ACLU continue their vital work, which includes:

• Providing legal advocacy to protect individuals facing civil liberties violations.
• Conducting educational programs that empower citizens to understand and advocate for their rights.