Name: Hanna Kuusisto
City: New York, NY
Fundraising Goal: $1,000
Race Goal: 4-5 hours
In a few sentences, describe your connection to U2FP, why you chose to run in support of U2FP, and whether you have a personal connection to spinal cord injury and paralysis:
I’m running with U2FP in support of my dad. If you know my dad, you know his love for cooking, the outdoors and adventure. In July 2022 he sustained a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the waist down. His strength and determination to continue to do all the things he loves has been inspiring. I’m so excited to be able to continue to support my dad in the Chicago Marathon with U2FP doing the thing I love most!
Is this your first marathon/race? If not, what others have you completed? NYC Marathon 2021
and 2023
What do you crave after a long run? Bacon, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel and blue Gatorade
Do you listen to anything when you train or race? If yes, what? Big bootie mixes, if I’m not talking to my friends
What are you most excited and/or nervous about for the marathon? Being able to run in a new city!
What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Exploring new places and baking
| Supporters | |||
| Name | Date | Amount | Comments |
| Mirian Molina | 01/20/2024 | $20.00 | Anonymous Friend | 01/20/2024 | $260.19 | You are an inspiration! Lots of love to your dad! | Lisa Lanzkowsky | 01/20/2024 | $156.24 | You are an awesome daughter and an inspiration, so proud of you Hanna! | Ilyssa Amanda and Brooke | 01/20/2024 | $62.04 | We are so proud of you!! | Janine Pellicane | 01/20/2024 | $100.00 |
| Total | $598.47 | ||