Support Joan Dancy and PALS through Natasha's First Marathon

Hi I'm Natasha! I'm running the 2025 San Francisco Marathon on July 27 to raise funds for Joan Dancy & PALS, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals living with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) — a disease that unfortunately, has no cure.

What many of you may not know is that my mom was diagnosed with ALS in 2020. Her symptoms progressed rapidly, and during that incredibly difficult time, Joan Dancy & PALS was there for us every step of the way. They provided critical support and even lent us medical equipment that gave my mom mobility when she could no longer move on her own. Their help made our day-to-day lives more manageable and allowed us to focus on what truly mattered: being present with her.

She was relieved of her suffering on April 12, 2021 but her strength and kindness continues to inspire everyone who knew her — and lives on in our memories every day.

Running this marathon in her honor is deeply personal. It means the world to me to run for those who can't, and to give back to the organization that did so much for my family when we needed it most.

Joan Dancy and PALS runs solely on donations so even if you are unable to donate at the time, sharing the link is greatly appreciated:) Thank you for your time and generosity!