When people with a connection to Multiple Myeloma want to
channel their energy into an athletic event and also
fundraise for landmark research, the MMRF PowerTeam has access to some of the
best and most exclusive race entries. These
opportunities are not only for those individuals with a connection to Myeloma,
but sometimes also for athletes, who just want to participate in legendary
races. Aaron Patterson is one of the
MMRF NYC Marathon PowerTeam members, travelling all the way from Western
Australia (!) to run the marathon on November 4th.
Aaron does not have any direct connection to multiple
myeloma, but he stated that running the NY Marathon gives him “the opportunity
to raise some much-needed funds for a charity and make a difference to a
complete stranger”. Aaron describes the
MMRF as a “standout charity” for him.
The ability to streamline the drug approval process and get treatments
to patients in need in record time is a key aspect of the MMRF, and made him “feel
like every dollar raised would go a long way!”
The MMRF is so incredibly grateful that there are people
like Aaron, that want to participate in events like the NYC Marathon, and make
such a huge difference in the lives of Myeloma patients and their families, continuing
to instill hope towards finding treatments and a cure even faster. Thank you, Aaron!!!
