Marathons for Change

Marathons for Change

Morgan Waterman’s Fundraiser

Morgan is running the Big Sur Marathon.

Fundraising goal: €3,000

Message from Morgan

“For most of us, including myself, the war in Ukraine is far away. The distance allows us to block out, avoid, or forget about it, even if we sympathize with the hundreds who die or are injured in combat each day.

Earlier this year, at a new Ukrainian-owned bakery in DC, as I eagerly poked my fork into a pistachio-and meringue-filled delight, I saw the war in person for the first time. Five Ukrainian soldiers who were about my age and clearly veterans of the ongoing war hobbled through the bakery’s entrance. None of them had all four limbs, but all of them were smiling wide, presumably because they were alive and about to enjoy a slice of something familiarly sweet. In that moment, me and my four, perfectly intact limbs were inspired to do something to help heroes like them fighting on the frontlines. I figured, what better way than running–because I love it and because I can?

I ask that you please consider donating to support Ukraine’s frontline soldiers. Your generous donations will save lives.“

– Morgan Waterman

Morgan is running for Medical shipments to Ukraine

The need for medical support on the Ukrainian frontlines remains just as urgent now as it was when the conflict began. Aid Pioneers coordinate the delivery of critically-needed medical supplies, enabling healthcare professionals to save lives amidst challenging conditions. Each shipment, valued at approximately €20,000, allows Aid Pioneers to send a 40-ft container filled with medical supplies worth up to €500,000. Collaborating with local partners, Aid Pioneers ensures that only essential materials are shipped and distributed to hospitals in need. According to partner organizations in Ukraine, one shipment enables hospitals to conduct approximately 2,200 potentially life-saving treatments.

“I am running 26.2 miles with Aid Pioneers because I am inspired by the organization's life-saving impact. By working with local organizers to equip Ukrainian frontline hospitals with essential medical supplies, Aid Pioneers literally saves the lives (and limbs) of brave Ukrainian soldiers bearing the brunt of the war.

Aid Pioneers’ open, straightforward approach to providing medical aid, combined with its high impact-to-input ratio, gives me full confidence that the funds I raise will be multiplied in effect.

As the war grinds on and government-sponsored aid to Ukraine dwindles, partnering with Aid Pioneers is even more crucial to ensuring that Ukrainian hospitals are adequately equipped with the supplies they need. As an avid runner, I am excited to put my legs to good use and run for this important cause.”

– Morgan Waterman

Aid Pioneers’ medical shipments to Ukraine in action: