Patti's passion was children (both involvement and education). My mission is to raise funds for a children's education charity in the name of the late Patti Backus, my mother-in-law. I am running the Portland Marathon on October 5th (my first full marathon)in her name and will donate whatever anyone donates to the charity of choice. I will be donating any money to HIPPY USA. You can find more information at www.hippyusa.org

You can either donate by either of the following:

1. Pledge by per mile trained and ran.
2. Pledge a fixed amount.

Any donations will go a long way. Thanks for your support!

You can also mail a check or donation to 4680 East Talmadge Dr, San Diego, Ca, 92116.

My training is getting tougher and tougher, but i push on. I will be updating my stats this week for what I have completed.

Week (Total Miles)
1. 15
2. 16
3. 17
4. 19
5. 21
6. 24
7. 26
8. 28
9. 31
10. 34
11. 35
12. 36
13. 38
14. 27
15. 19
16. 34.2

Total: 420.2 Miles