In Memory of Brad Derthick...

Hello,

This fundraiser is in memory of Brad Derthick. Brad was dedicated to running, competing in triathlons, and loved being active. He finished 14 marathons, ran in nearly 200 races, and completed about 100 triathlons, including four half Ironman races. Even after being confined to a wheelchair he found a way to stay active by putting 4,300 miles on his wheelchair in these past five years.

To honor that memory and spirit, we want to challenge everyone to be active and raise money in his honor. The dollars we raise will be used to help those that wish to enter a race/competition but for whom the entry fees and/or equipment requirements are out of reach financially. This could be anything from the Bolder Boulder, to a local 5k or even an Ironman competition. The money raised here will be distributed by Brad's family to those who need the extra financial support to enter in a race.

We have set an initial goal of $4,300 - one dollar for every mile Brad put on his wheelchair. But our challenge is to see what multiple of $4,300 we can reach in his name. And we also challenge everyone who donates, or gets sponsored by someone else who donates, to try to help us log 4,300 miles by September 16th (Brad's birthday, 43 days away).

Let's do a little good, and celebrate Brad's positive impact on all of us, one mile and one dollar at a time.

Thank you!