I'm Running the 2025 NYC Marathon — And I Need Your Help
I am beyond thrilled to share that I’ve been selected to run the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon as part of Cerebral Palsy Alliance’s Athletes for Accessibility team. There are many nonprofit charities in New York City that sponsor runners; however, my personal connection to the condition of cerebral palsy through my late brother, Armand, makes me all the more excited to represent this amazing organization.
For those who don’t know, Armand was my younger brother who, despite his limitations, left a lasting positive mark on my family and countless others. His life was not easy, but both he and my family were fortunate to have the support of one another, along with countless friends and loved ones who helped us through difficult times.
I mention this because cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common physical disability in the world, affecting 1 million people in the United States and 18 million people worldwide. Unfortunately, many of these individuals and their families do not have access to the same support and resources my family did. Even worse, CP research is currently trapped in a cycle of chronic underinvestment that stifles innovation.
That’s why I’m running—not just for Armand, but for the millions of others who deserve the same support, care, and opportunities he had. I’ve set a goal to raise $5,000 to help fund groundbreaking medical research and accelerate the development of emerging assistive technology. Every dollar brings us closer to a more accessible and inclusive future for people with disabilities through the following six research priorities:
· Adulthood
· Chronic Pain
· Early Detection & Early Intervention
· Genomics
· Regenerative Medicine
· Technology
This cause means a lot to me, and your support would mean the world.
If this cause resonates with you, or if Armand’s life touched you, please consider donating.
Thank you so much for being part of this journey with me!
With gratitude,
Justin Figueroa
My Updates
Thank you to all donors so far!
Monday 21st Apr I just wanted to thank everyone who helped me cross the $3,000 mark in fundraising this past weekend. I am overjoyed with how much everyone has contributed, helping me reach this mark in a single weekend. I still have a long way to go to November but each and every one of you will be on my mind when I run in the fall. ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$500
Justin Figueroa
$212
Therese Ledwith Fay
You’re an inspiration Justin. We’ll be cheering you on!!!
$212
Elizabeth Irizarry
❤️🙏🏽
$212
Jade
So proud of my big bro 🤍!!!!! Xoxo
$106
Alec, Court & Nora Wells
$106
Brandon&katherine Irizarry
❤️
$106
Katya Aslanidi
Let’s get this bread together king!
$106
Pete Ficarri
$106
Ron Frost
🙏 Good job Justin!
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Linda Burnett
I'm so proud of you son. God bless you.
$106
Adeli Aquino-johnston
Words can't express how proud I am of you. You were an amazing big brother to Armand and you still show him while he's in heaven. Love you.
$79.50
Demi, Connor & Ace
💙
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Sadel S
💚🙏🏽
$53
Karli Boniello & Cody Nagy
Proud of you, Justin.
$53
Grace Carlson
$53
Flo Allen
$53
Torsten Thaler
$53
Jasmine, Christian & Sharleen
So wonderful of you! Wishing you the best, Justin. 💚
$53
Anonymous
This is amazing, Justin! Good luck!
$53
Joshua Richards
Great cause and best of luck in the marathon. You are already a winner. Josh
$53
Nurije Qira
Amazing!! Good luck! Daja Og and I, love you and are proud of you! 💙
$53
Christopher Welyczko
Wishing you much success in your campaign. God bless.
$53
Liv
Love you fam <3
$53
Carly Menickella
$50
Alex Raap
$50
Kelby Smith
Go get 'em!
$50
Ryan Roggeman
Kill it my man
$50
Justin
Cash donation made by my wonderful grandmother
$31.80
Ashley Mckenna
What a beautiful way to honor your brother. Wishing you the best of luck that day, Justin!
$27.77
Anonymous
$26.50
Alberta
$26.50
Megan Ferrero (mcateer)
Good luck, Justin!! 🍀
$26.50
Majlinda Sela
$26.50
Dashmir Sazimani
$26.50
Maryann Qira
$26.50
Pauline Tarife
$26.50
Annmarie Boyle
Best of luck!!
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Lloyd A Mack
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Nicholas Rohr
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Anonymous
$26.50
Melissa Gagliardi
What an amazing thing you are doing! Wishing you the best of luck! -Professor Deppe
$26.50
Hailey Arakelian
$21.20
Anonymous
$21.20
Paula Sack
Good luck Justin!
$21.20
Sarah Pratt
Good luck!!!
$21.20
Matt Wheeler
$20
Michelle Woo
Such an amazing cause!! You’re going to do GREAT!
$20
Karmyn Pasquariello
Good luck and great cause! Proud of you for running!
$20
Zehra
$18
Anonymous
$10.60
Samirah Reyes
$5.30
Elyssa Aquino
love you so proud of you!
$5.30
Dave Perrotti
$1
