Eden post on EdenRiegel.com, The news about meeting her goal. The overwhelming generosity of her fans, picture of the race and more.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
I did it! This weekend I completed the Disneyland Half-Marathon, known affectionately as “The Happiest Race on Earth!” I took part in the race in order to raise money for a wonderful organization, AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA). APLA is dedicated to providing support, social-services and advocacy for those affected by HIV/AIDS, and AIDS education and prevention for the community at large. These are tough times for non-profits, so I wanted to do what I could to help APLA, which is one of the largest non-profit AIDS service organizations in the country. I began with a fundraising goal of $2000. But, thanks to the support of my friends and family, and the overwhelming generosity of my fans, I was ultimately able to raise over $15,000! That is an astronomical number, and something I never thought I could achieve. Among all the participants, I was the second-highest earner! I owe a huge debt of gratitude to all my fans who donated to this worthy cause. Some gave what they could, others organized fundraising drives and auctions, and together we were able to make a miracle happen for many people who need our kindness and support. Thank you for joining with me to reach this incredible goal. We did it!
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Sunday, September 6, 2009
I did it! This weekend I completed the Disneyland Half-Marathon, known affectionately as “The Happiest Race on Earth!” I took part in the race in order to raise money for a wonderful organization, AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA). APLA is dedicated to providing support, social-services and advocacy for those affected by HIV/AIDS, and AIDS education and prevention for the community at large. These are tough times for non-profits, so I wanted to do what I could to help APLA, which is one of the largest non-profit AIDS service organizations in the country. I began with a fundraising goal of $2000. But, thanks to the support of my friends and family, and the overwhelming generosity of my fans, I was ultimately able to raise over $15,000! That is an astronomical number, and something I never thought I could achieve. Among all the participants, I was the second-highest earner! I owe a huge debt of gratitude to all my fans who donated to this worthy cause. Some gave what they could, others organized fundraising drives and auctions, and together we were able to make a miracle happen for many people who need our kindness and support. Thank you for joining with me to reach this incredible goal. We did it!
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Eden Twitters about the marathon
"Just picked up my race number and I'm in line for my T-shirt and goodie bag. My favorite part about running? All the free stuff!" 4:38 PM Sep 5th
"At the race site, bright and early! Me and 14,000 other people. People just love running. And having babies." 5:28 AM Sep 6th
"Finished! All told, saw 5 minnies, 3 snow whites, a cinderella, Elvis, an Indiana Jones (with hat!), 2 Pocahonti, and countless Tinks!" 8:27 AM Sep 6th
"Thank you so much 4 UR notes of Congrats! It feels so good. And thanx 2 UR efforts the APLA fundraising director said a special thanx 2 me!" 10:26 AM Sep 6th
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