Wendy Petersen

I am thankful for the honor to run the Boston 2023 marathon in support of the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autisim!!  The Flutie foundation helps families affected by autism live life to the fullest.  They strive for a world where people with autism lead productive lives where they are included, respected, and actively engaged in their communities.  Your generosity is going to help provide a path for education and/or employment during the day; opportunities for physical and social activity outside of work/school; and the tools to be safe, supported, and informed at all times.  A special shout out to Reese's Fifth Grade teacher who raised my autism awareness and introduced me to this incredible foundation.

I look forward to running my last World Major Marathon in Boston on April 17th and celebrating what WE accomplish together.  LET'S GO!!!!

I am a 46 year old soccer Mom that has found running to be an important part of my life.  It allows me to take some time for myself, reflect and come back a better person than I was when I went out the door.  Although I never considered myself a "runner"; my girlfriends and I have joined together to run the World Majors!!  We have supported each other through this marathon journey while traveling to New York, Chicago, Berlin Germany, London and Tokyo.  My girlfriends have completed their World Majors and are an inspiration to me.  Now it is my turn to catch up!  Boston is my last marathon to complete the World Majors; and the only thing that would make it more special is to represent the Flutie Foundation while doing so!!