What started as a happy accident quickly became something much bigger: PURPOSE. Finding Dragon Master Initiative connected me to a mission that truly matters — helping children and families facing pediatric brain tumors through research, tumor DNA sequencing, and access to critical clinical trials.

Dragon Master Initiative’s mission is to accelerate progress against pediatric brain tumors by funding tumor DNA sequencing and helping families access lifesaving treatment opportunities, no matter the barriers.

This year is a big one for me personally. I’m closing one decade of life and stepping into another, and I can’t think of a more meaningful way to celebrate than by turning this milestone into something bigger than myself. On my 40th birthday, I’ll be running the Princess Half Marathon in honor of the fighters, survivors, and families who inspire this mission every single day.

To celebrate, I’m asking for one simple birthday gift:
Donate $40 for my 40th birthday.

The first 40 people who donate will receive a special “medal spot” on the costume I’ll be wearing during the race — meaning you’ll quite literally be part of every mile with me.

Thank you for helping me turn a birthday into purpose, hope, and impact. Every donation helps fuel research, ignite hope, and move us closer to better outcomes for children fighting brain tumors.

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