On November 2nd, I’ll be running 26.2 miles in the NYC Marathon to raise awareness the JDJ Foundation, a nonprofit that supports the sick and underprivileged by funding cancer research, helping families facing cancer, awarding scholarships to students affected by it, donating wheelchairs to kids with physical challenges, and so much more.

This cause is incredibly close to my heart. Since graduating nursing school, I’ve worked as an oncology nurse—caring for both children and adults, in inpatient and outpatient settings. I’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact cancer has on patients and their families. But I’ve also seen the remarkable difference that compassion, resilience, and support can make in their lives.

Running the NYC Marathon is an incredible honor, made even more meaningful because I’ll be doing it alongside my dad, Matt Capehart. This will be our first marathon and we are so excited (also very intimidated). He’s training in Guatemala, and I’m training here in New York City—but come November we’ll take on all five boroughs together!

I’m so excited to take on this challenge while raising funds for a cause that’s deeply important to me. Please consider donating or sharing this page to help support JDJ Foundation. Every contribution—big or small—truly makes a difference. Thank you so much for being part of this journey with us!