Hi everyone!

I'm Maddie and have FINALLY have signed up for my first half marathon, which is taking place in May. I have become extremely passionate about becoming a voice for those who feel like they are voiceless, specifically victims of domestic violence. As once a victim of domestic violence, I nearly lost myself and was going down a path of destruction the longer I remained in my previous abusive relationship. I believe in advocating for women who may not know they are in abusive relationships and for alllll individuals who are currently or who became victims of the terror and horrors of domestic violence. I have looked at various non-for-profit organizations and have stumbled on the Mama Wilder Foundation, founded by women and is created to help other women who are in crisis, whether navigating the family court during or post-domestic violence, women experiencing financial abuse, and/or exiting a marriage/relationship of domestic violence all over the United States. I have resonated with the mission of this organization and appreciate the women who have put in so much effort in creating a safe haven and space for women who are in crisis. The Mama Wilder Organization has stated on their website the following messages: "We provide small cash grants to women all over the United States. Most of our applicants are mothers navigating the family court system. Grants are awarded after application review and based on available resources from incoming donations. We reserve the right to contact applicants regarding their applications. Our Board of Directors is made up of women all around the Unites States. We are a grassroots organization that is completely funded by donations and social media monetization tools. We do not take government funding. We believe the best way to support women is to put cash in their hands, which is why we do not accept applications on behalf of other women."

It would mean the world to me if you joined me in supporting women who may not have the resources, finances, or ability to provide for themselves or their children in the midst of domestic violence or trying to get back on their feet after exiting an abusive relationship. For the upcoming half marathon I am running this upcoming May, ALL donations raised will be donated to the Mama Wilder Foundation organization in efforts to help women across the United States in crisis.

You can learn more about the Mama Wilder Foundation below:

https://themamawilderfoundation.org/

To donate directly to the organization, click the link below:

https://mamawilderfoundation-bloom.kindful.com/embeds/992a5da2-79f5-49dd-9174-27c043b4d42c