arnavmody@gmail.com
Hello!
I’m excited to run the 2024 Chicago Marathon this October and fundraise for “Asha for Education”!
Asha for Education is a fully volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit with 50+ chapters around the world whose mission is to catalyze socio-economic change in India through the education of underprivileged children. Youth education is a cause very close to me as I believe a supportive and productive education has the power to transform families and futures. I welcome you to explore Asha’s projects in India through the menu above before determining if it’s a cause you wish to donate towards.
On the off-chance it hasn’t come up in conversation (unlikely) or through social media (impossible)… I like to run :). I ran my first mile with my Dad when we were stuck at home during Covid (it was pretty rough) and since then it’s been a channel for me to build physical and mental endurance. My first marathon in New York last November was one of my favorite days and I’m excited for round 2 in Chicago this October. While the marathon itself is a big celebration, the months leading up to it are definitely a grind and I’m challenging myself to push my training further this year and try to beat my New York time of 3:25. The unbelievable support I got from family and friends last year is definitely what helped me dig out of those pain caves and, regardless of whether you can donate or not, I’m grateful to have your support on this journey.
Corporate Matching: You can maximize the impact of your donation by getting it matched by your company. If more convenient, you can also Venmo your donation to me (@Arnav-Mody) and I will donate it through a company that will match your contribution.
Alternatively, you can verify on the confirmation webpage after you donate to verify if your company matches the donation. All donations are 100% tax deductible (Tax ID: 770 45 9884).
Feel free to reach out to me or chicago@ashanet.org for any questions.
Thank you!