Hello, my name is Tara Austin and I was supposed to run the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 20th. However, COVID-19 seemed to have other plans... Due to this, I have decided to set up my own charity run in Beaumont, Texas on May 4th. I will be running a 14-mile course as this date marks 14 days after the original date of the Boston Marathon (it's a little more than the half-marathon I thought about doing at first, and it's always a good idea to go the extra mile!) As for the charity piece, I am aiming to raise at least $1400 to donate to 14 different local businesses/non-profits. This is where I am asking for your help! Below is a list of the establishments to which I will donate the funds:

Businesses: Down to Earth, Honey B Ham, Jack’s Pak-It, The Mailroom

Non-Profits: Anayat House, Buckner Children & Family Services, CASA, Boys' Haven, Girls' Haven, Nutrition & Services for Seniors, Shorkey Center, Some Other Place, Southeast Texas Food Bank, Women & Children’s Shelter

I would greatly appreciate a contribution from you and I know these local businesses/charities would, too. Thank you!