Hi, my name is Daniele. I'm an endurance athlete, a believer, a student, and a worker-someone who refuses to ignore the silent struggles of others. I'm running 100 kilometers this summer-not for the finish line, but for the kids who deserve hope.

What is CP100?

CP100 is more than a race. It's a journey of 100 kilometers-across trails, elevation, and fatigue. But every step carries meaning.

This is the first part of a 3-stage charity project:

1. For Children & Youth in Need, supported by the incredible organization Herzenswünsche Allgäu e.V., which has already brought joy and hope to so many young hearts.

2. For patients battling Chorea Huntington, a rare and incurable disease.

3. For the environment and animals, who silently suffer from human neglect.

This campaign focuses solely on stage one: the children. Their dreams. Their strength. Their right to moments of happiness and normality.

Why am I doing this?

I thought I was strong. I had endured pain, fought through trials, and pushed myself past limits that most would never even approach. I had already conquered an ultramarathon and was training for more.

I thought I knew what hardship was.

I was wrong.

It was just one kilometer into my run when I saw him. A man, maybe my age, maybe a little older. Sitting in a wheelchair, struggling to pull himself through a doorframe with one hand and dragging his chair with the other.

I ran past. Then I stopped. Turned around. Helped him. We exchanged a few words, and he was gone. But something in me shattered. I kept running. And then it hit me.

Tears. Gratitude. Guilt. Because I could run. Because I had legs that carried me. Because while I was chasing finish lines, others were just trying to get through the day.

That was the birth of CP100.

I run for those who can't. For the forgotten. For the ones fighting quiet battles every single day.

What am I doing now?

I'm already deep in training and preparation. I track and share all my progress transparently through Strava (@danielemrt - Strava) and Komoot (Daniele - Komoot) . Athletes and non-athletes alike can follow and be inspired to create their own impact.

This summer, I will run an official 100km ultramarathon, including technical trails and elevation. But it's not about the distance. It's about what each kilometer stands for.

Before that, I've already:

Who am I supporting?

Herzenswünsche Allgäu e.V. is a non-profit organization in Germany that fulfills the heartfelt wishes of seriously ill children and adolescents. From meeting their heroes to experiencing unforgettable adventures, this organization brings light to the darkest moments. All donations go directly to Herzenswünsche Allgäu e.V.

This ensures that every euro you give truly reaches the children and supports their dreams.

They carry the emotional weight of every child and family they support, while I carry their hope on my legs and in my heart.

How can you help?

Prefer to donate directly to the organization?

That’s absolutely possible! You can support Herzenswünsche Allgäu e.V. by sending your donation directly to their official account.

Donation Details:

Bank: Sparkasse Allgäu

IBAN: DE94 7335 0000 0515 5946 20

BIC: BYLADEM1ALG

Please include “CP100” in the payment reference so that your donation can be allocated to this charity run project.