Join Me in Supporting a Life-Changing Cause; Support My Journey: Running the United Airlines NYC Half for Shoe4Africa!

After a challenging year on the sidelines, I am thrilled to share that I am lacing up my running shoes again—this time, not just for myself, but for an incredible cause. On March 16, 2025, I will be running the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon to support Shoe4Africa, a charity dedicated to providing life-saving healthcare and education to children and families in East Africa.

This race is particularly special for me. It marks my return to the sport I have loved for years, and it is the beginning of a new chapter where every mile I run in 2025 will be devoted to raising funds for charitable causes. Shoe4Africa will be my first, and I could not be more excited to partner with an organization that makes such a profound impact.

Why Shoe4Africa?

• They are transforming healthcare for children with cancer by building the first public children’s hospital in East and Central Africa which has treated over 1.2 million children.

• They believe education is the key to ending poverty and have established 6 free-to-attend schools and a boys and girls club for children who would otherwise have no access.

• They inspire communities through sports and running, values that resonate deeply with me.

How You Can Help:

I have set a fundraising goal of $1000, and I need your support to reach it. Every donation, no matter the size, will make a difference. Together, we can help bring hope and opportunity to communities in need.

This race is more than just a personal comeback—it is an opportunity to give back and make a difference. Thank you for supporting me on this journey. Together, let’s cross the finish line for Shoe4Africa!

All the best,

~Andi Petrie