Running to Raise Awareness

Randy’s story describes how he ran a marathon for BCAN.  Randy has now set up a personal fundraising page at firstgiving.com to raise money for BCAN as he trains for his next event.

When Randy Van Dusen ran the California International Marathon in early December, he wanted to raise awareness of bladder cancer and support his mom, a bladder cancer survivor. He had this shirt specially made in bright orange to wear for the marathon, with the motto “Cancer Sucks!” on the front. It attracted a lot of attention from spectators and other runners throughout the race!

People shouted “Cancer Sucks!” as he ran by, and some even shared how they had been touched by bladder cancer. And when his parents and family came to cheer him on, Randy got to surprise his mom with his bright orange show of support.

Randy is now preparing for the American River 50 Mile Endurance Run in April, and raising money for BCAN while he trains.  His fundraising page at firstgiving.com is a great example of how individuals affected by bladder cancer can raise awareness and raise money as they prepare for an athletic event.

For more ideas of how you, like Randy, can help raise awareness and money for BCAN, check out our Volunteering Ideas page.