Guest race recap by an inspiring Oregon teen: 2014 Portland Jingle Bell Run
That’s where the Jingle Bell Run comes in. We raise money to help find these answers. Also, this events helps fund a FREE family camp for kids who live with JA so they don’t have to feel all alone.
In the last twelve years, I’ve gone from being pushed through the streets of Portland in a baby jogger to running it myself. I’ve watched the walk grow from a small event that mainly families with arthritis did to something much bigger than all of us.
Every year, my mom and I get together a team of her friends and mine. Some are competitive runners who race marathons, while others walk with their families. It’s really cool to know that people are there to support me. I love seeing all the other runners and walkers who have come together to support people THEY care about – especially when they coordinate costumes.
For me, it is no longer just about raising money to fight the disease — but a fun, festive way to start the season. The Jingle Bell Run joins together friends and families to get their heart rate going and put their bells on — all for a wonderful cause.
For more information about arthritis, contact the Arthritis Foundation at www.arthritis.org or call 503-245-5695.
It’s not too late to make donations to this event online atwww.portlandjinglebellrun.org.