Support Meredith's 26.2 for NYPD WAWO!

Hello! My name is Meredith McMillen and I am so excited to be running the NYC Marathon this year for the first time NYPD With Arms Wide Open!

I have three kids, ages 9, 7 and 4 and my husband Ed was a Detective with the NYPD for 21 years. Our oldest son, Teddy, was born with Down Syndrome and a congenital heart defect. I started distance running later in life as a positive outlet for daily stress and that has landed me in a marathon!

NYPD With Arms Wide Open is an organization that is near and dear to our hearts for many reasons. They are a fantastic resource for parents of kids with disabilities and the amount they give back to the community is unmatched. I am THRILLED to have the opportunity to run for this charity and raise funds so that they may continue their mission of helping others.

Please consider donating to their cause, 100% of these proceeds go directly to them and the families they serve. Thank you for your support and consideration!

More information about NYPD With Arms Wide Open: With Arms Wide Open is a 501(c)3 Foundation that assists NYPD Police Officers of all ranks (active and retired) that have medically complex and special needs children. WAWO provides financial assistance for myriad medical expenses, prescriptions, durable medical equipment and therapies that insurance will not cover. They help the children of NYPD Officers reach their fullest potential whenever possible. Visit their website for further details