The Long Run For Tom
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Running a triple marathon to raise funds for Epilepsy Action Australia and awareness for SUDEP.
What
In November, Samuel Scanlon will be taking on an extraordinary challenge, running three marathons back to back, covering a total distance of 126.585 kilometers. This endeavor builds upon previous years of "The Run For Tom" events held in 2018, 2019, and 2022.
Where & When
Sam will kick off this run on November 24th and complete it on November 25th. We invite everyone to join him for the final 5 kilometers and celebrate together as we cross the finish line at Ringwood Lake Park.
How
Our mission is to create a positive impact by making a difference in the fight against SUDEP. To do this, we need your support. Any and all contributions are welcomed, as they play a pivotal role in helping support research efforts and serve as a beacon of hope for families affected by epilepsy and SUDEP.
Why
SUDEP stands for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. SUDEP is a condition that remains poorly understood, and its occurrence often comes as a shock to affected families. Tragically, on the 29th of July 2018, Sam's younger brother Tom passed away from SUDEP at the age of 22. Sam aims to shed light on this condition to help prevent it from affecting more families.
While much is yet to be learned about the exact causes of SUDEP, researchers have identified specific risk factors that may increase its occurrence. Importantly, some of these risks are manageable with appropriate measures. Sam is committed to contributing to this cause to fund research aimed at preventing SUDEP and ensuring the well-being of individuals and families facing epilepsy.
Sponsorship
Our goal this year is to raise more funds for Epilepsy Action Australia than ever before. To make this happen, we're excited to introduce a new sponsorship model for our donations. It's designed as a friendly tiered system that works like this:
- BRONZE: When you give a donation between $250 and $499, you become a Bronze Sponsor. You'll get a special mention in our social media posts which shout out all our bronze tier sponsors as a part of our campaign. You’ll also get a special credit in our documentary. We appreciate your support
- SILVER: When you generously contribute between $500 and $999, you'll join our Silver Tier of sponsors! Your company's logo will feature on our Long Run For Tom T-shirt. As a bonus, you'll get your very own social media shoutout in our campaign. You’ll also get a special credit in our documentary. Your support means the world to us!
- GOLD: When you contribute $1,000 or more, you become a cherished member of our Gold Tier, earning the coveted "Major Sponsor" status. Your company's logo will feature on our Long Run For Tom T-shirt. You'll get your very own social media shoutout in our campaign. As a final bonus, we will also send you a Long Run For Tom T-shirt. Your generosity truly shines as a Gold Tier sponsor!
Double Pass Reward
If you're able to donate $50 or more, You’ll enter the draw to win one of the two double passes to a Victorian Theatre Company show in 2024, that we are giving away.
Documentary
We're thrilled to share that we're capturing every step of Sam's training journey as he prepares for the triple marathon. Thanks to one of our major sponsors: Scene Studios, you can follow his progress through our "Training Diaries" on our social media channels, and stay tuned for a full-length documentary coming your way by the end of 2023.
Social Media
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/longrunfortom
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/longrunfortom/
Organizer
The Long Run For Tom Scanlon
Organizer
Ringwood East, VIC