NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon 2026

I’m fundraising for the International Sports and Music Project because its mission feels deeply personal to me. Music and sports have always been two of the biggest outlets in my life — they’re how I express myself, stay grounded, and connect with others. Seeing an organization that brings both of these worlds together to support children and communities around the globe just feels serendipitous.

ISM doesn’t just provide equipment or facilities — they create safe spaces where kids can build confidence, form friendships, and experience moments of joy, even after facing serious challenges or trauma. That kind of impact goes far beyond a single donation; it helps shape healthier, happier futures.

This cause reminds me a lot of my own upbringing and the opportunities I was fortunate to have through sports and creative expression. Fundraising for ISM is my way of giving that same sense of possibility to others. Running, music, passion, and community have all played huge roles in my life, and supporting this organization feels like a natural extension of those values.

Every contribution helps open doors for a child somewhere in the world — and that’s something I’m incredibly proud to stand behind.