My mom, Ulla, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in the summer of 2022, just two months into her retirement after a 33-year career teaching German to high school students in Dover, New Jersey. Thanks to her incredible doctors, her tumor was successfully removed, allowing her to enjoy her well-deserved retirement.

Born and raised in Recklinghausen, Germany, my mother has always been a source of radiant inspiration. Now that I live in Frankfurt, I can think of no better way to honor her than by running my first marathon in her home country, fundraising for the research that saved her life.

I am proud to run in support of my mother and as a tribute to those afflicted by brain tumors who were not as fortunate. Your donation will help fund crucial research and provide hope to many others facing similar battles. I have set the initial goal to $3,300 as the time I hope to break is 3 hours and 30 minutes. Thank you to everyone who has supported so far and let's reach for more! See you at the finish line!

*Thank you to everyone who has donated so far! After crossing the $3,300 goal, I have decided to double the target to $6,600! Let's see if we can do it!*

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The Brain Tumour Charity is the world's leading brain tumour charity and the largest dedicated funder of research into brain tumours globally. Committed to saving and improving lives, we're moving further, faster to help every single person affected by a brain tumour.

We're set on finding new treatments, offering the highest level of support and driving urgent change. And we're doing it right now. Because we understand that when you, or someone you love, is diagnosed with a brain tumour a cure really can't wait.

Join us on the streets of the German Capital to take on one of the greatest international marathons in the world! This fantastic challenge starts at the Victory Column and leads you past some of Berlins most famous sites.