Jason Martuscello

2022 London Marathon-Raising Money for Meningitis on Matts 20th Anniversary

Fundraising for Meningitis Research Foundation
£3,979
raised of £3,600 target
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Event: London Marathon 2022, on 2 October 2022
In memory of Matt Martuscello
London Marathon 2022
Campaign by Meningitis Research Foundation (RCN England 1091105,SC037586, Ireland CHY 12030)
Run the 2022 London Marathon for a world free from meningitis and septicaemia.

Story

12-04-02

It gives me great honor to run the 2022 London Marathon on behalf of the Meningitis Foundation on the 20th Anniversary of my beloved brother, Matt Martuscello's death.

20 years ago this December the world lost an insanely fast fastball, a hard-hitting linebacker, and semi-decent trumpet player. Matt passed away from bacterial meningitis, but his jokes, kindness, compassion, and tremendous impact continues to live on!  

Matt's moments on the pitchers mound, football field and outside of sports continue to be a driving force in all aspects of my life. Matt's #54 Football Jersey framed on our wall, marred with sweat, dirt and stains and signed by all his teammates, is symbolic of discipline and dedication he put into his craft and passion. I wake up every day, and the sight of it serves like a hit of motivation to accelerate my days.

Although Matt is no longer here, I feel like he never left my side and I feel closest to him when I'm running. He will undoubtedly be running with me on marathon day -- October 2nd in London!

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About the campaign

Run the 2022 London Marathon for a world free from meningitis and septicaemia.

About the charity

Meningitis Research Foundation

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RCN England 1091105,SC037586, Ireland CHY 12030
Meningitis is deadly; killing and seriously disabling in hours. Small children and young adults are high risk, but all ages can be affected. Globally 1,000 people die daily. We fundraise to invest in research, campaign for vaccines, provide symptom information and support those already affected.

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