Partners in Joy, Inc.

You heard that right - come October, I will be one of the thousands of people participating in the Twin Cities Marathon! I said “I” but really, I don’t think I could do it on my own. But, I have been thinking about how you can join me in doing this for the past couple of months, and the one thing that keeps coming to mind is raising money for the Ministry of Mercy Orphanages in Otululu and Lokoja through one of their partners: Partners in Joy, Inc. I prayed about it, and I feel led to do something that would specifically make the Nannies' and Aunties' lives easier. So, I asked them what would help them the most, and we got a unanimous answer: DIAPERS. So diapers it is. This is where I need your help to make this a reality for them. For every mile I run on race day, I want to raise $100. My goal is $2,620, and all the proceeds will be used to purchase diapers.

Here are some ways I’d love to invite you into this race with me:

1. First and foremost, prayers. Would you pray that, in all of this, God is glorified and that I maintain a healthy mindset as I train? I’d also appreciate prayers for good health and injury-free training and racing.

2. Secondly, would you consider sponsoring my race?

A one-mile sponsorship is $100, half a mile is $50, a quarter mile is $25 - and truly, even $1 brings me closer to the goal!

3. And finally, if you are local, I would love to see you on race day! Please let me know if you’ll be there, and I’ll send you more details.

Thank you so much. I am excited and grateful to do this alongside you!