The Lead The Way Fund, fellow Chaminade alumnus Sgt. James J. Regan - in whose honor it was created - and the Army Rangers for whom it supports have inspired me to train hard for another New York City Marathon in order to raise funds for Ranger families in need. They motivate my every stride while training hard on the Long Beach boardwalk, in Central Park and on the shores of the North Fork. I am determined to tackle the 26.2 miles with my 24 dedicated teammates on November 1.

Lead The Way Fund, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit organization established to raise funds in support of families of U.S. Army Rangers who have died, have been disabled or who are currently serving in harm's way around the world. The funds raised will provide spouses and children of deceased, disabled or active duty Rangers with assistance for health and wellness programs and other financial aid programs. The Lead The Way Fund, Inc. was created in honor of Sgt. James J. Regan who was killed in Iraq while serving with Charlie Company, 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment.

If you would like to donate to the Lead The Way Fund by sponsoring my run, please select the "donate" link to the left and follow the navigation instructions to the Paypal pledge site.

Thanks for taking the time to read this and thanks a million in advance for your support. Hope this finds you well.

Sincerely,

Chuck