Team EKF
Team EKF – Now a National Effort
Over the past few years, Team EKF has been building an outstanding presence at the Quad Cities Marathon in Moline, IL. Running is a great form of heart-healthy exercise and we’re proud of all of the volunteers who show support for the Erika Kate Foundation by training to participate in one of the marathon events.
We don’t want to limit this experience to the Iowa/Illinois area when we have supporters and families needing help all across the nation.
Now you can support Team EKF in a race near you.
Start building your team now! Your friends and family have the opportunity to support your efforts by donating online through PayPal and your progress will be posted on this website.
Race Fundraising
After registering your team, you will receive a notice that your team page is ready and you will be able to share your personalized webpage address.
Support Letter
Individual Pledge Form
Multiple Pledges Form
Sample Email
Dear friends and family,
I'm training for the _______ race at the Quad City Marathon to raise funds for the Erika Kate Foundation. The race is held on September 25th, 2011 in Moline, IL and I could really use your help.
The Erika Kate Foundation (EKF) is a non-profit organization based in Muscatine, IA. Named in memory of little Erika Kate Maynard, who died shortly after a heart transplant in 2006, the Foundation is dedicated to its mission of helping ease the emotional, spiritual, and financial burdens borne by parents of children with life threatening heart disease. EKF has been aiding families across the United States since its inception with the goal of becoming a recognized national assistance program for families of children with heart disease.
Last year, 160 runners and walkers participated in various events of the Quad Cities Marathon on behalf of Team EKF. The Foundation plans to field a team of 250 participants for the 2011 QCM. The event is an excellent opportunity for EKF to raise awareness and funds to directly benefit EKF families who are facing a daily struggle to balance the strain of financial pressure and emotional drain while caring for their child. Please consider joining my team or starting your own at www.erikakate.org/team-ekf!
Please consider supporting my race efforts by making a donation to the Erika Kate Foundation either in a flat amount or a pledge for each mile I walk/run. It's easy to donate by visiting my team’s page atwww.erikakate.org/team______ or by sending your check, payable to Erika Kate Foundation, to me directly or to the Foundation at P.O. Box 26, Aledo, IL 61231.
Thank you for your support!
Sample Status Update/Tweet
I'm running for Team EKF at the Quad Cities Marathon! Please pledge your support by visiting my team page atwww.erikakate.org/teamnessa.