This week’s featured runner is Emily Schirer!

2025 will be Emily’s third year with the Eureka to Peoria St. Jude Run.   “I run for St. Jude because no one should have to experience attending a funeral for a child who has died of cancer, and because I am thankful for St. Jude’s mission and for the lives they have saved.  I run for the kids who can’t, with the hope that one day they will be running beside us.”

“My favorite thing about the run is the people–my teammates, the supporters who line the route, the other teams, and the families that welcome us into the Civic Center.  I’m proud and humbled to be a part of such an amazing group of people!”

“I love that this run, created to honor the life and memory of Luke Sancken, has turned sorrow into hope and loss into purpose.  What a beautiful legacy to be a part of!”

Thank you, Emily, for being a part of our Eureka St. Jude Run family!!  It’s been great getting to know you these past couple of years.  We appreciate all your hard work raising money for the kids of St. Jude and it is great having you out there with us!

Posted by Zach Sancken

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