Over the years, I’ve tried to use my time off in the summer to try different things. I’ve been piranha fishing in the Amazon, spent the summer with a minor league baseball team in Montana, performed in a play at the Indiana Repertory Theatre, and last season I worked part time in a coffee shop to raise money for a scholarship fund. This summer, I’ve come with something that I’m very excited about, and I hope you’ll become involved in this project with me.
Starting August 17th, I’ll spend five weeks walking 500 miles around Indiana to raise money for Indiana Children’s Wish Fund. I wanted to challenge myself physically – it seems to me that if I don’t drop dead, a 500 mile stroll should do the trick – and see if I couldn’t generate some funds for a good cause at the same time. I came up with this idea last winter, and have been gradually getting ready ever since. I’ve been walking between 50 and 80 miles a week for the past few weeks, and though I certainly feel that mileage physically, so far I’ve suffered no serious wear and tear and my body still appears to be in relatively good working order.
I think.
There are any number of worthy causes I could have chosen for this project, but Indiana Children’s Wish Fund has always been special to me. I’ve been involved with the Wish Fund for a long time, and I’ve seen how these children face often untenable situations with courage, determination, and resolve that is nothing short of inspirational. I consider it a privilege to carry the Wish Fund banner on this journey, and it is my hope that you’ll join me in helping these children realize their wishes. Any donation will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Mark Boyle
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