As a former tennis athlete, sports have shaped almost my entire life. It gave purpose, direction, and joy. On March 15th, 2026, I am running the NYC Half Marathon for Shoe4Africa, because every child deserves the chance to dream, to play, to heal, and to live.

Too many children in Kenya die or go untreated simply because their families cannot afford basic or lifesaving healthcare. Private hospitals are far beyond reach for the 36% of Kenyans living below the poverty line. Public children’s hospitals offer hope, giving kids the opportunity to heal and grow. I am reaching out for your support to help build access to healthcare, education, and safe spaces for children who are too often denied access due to poverty.

Every dollar raised goes directly to funding healthcare access for children in Kenya. Thank you for visiting my fundraising page and  helping bring hope to the kids who need it most. I appreciate any form of support you can give.

Many thanks,

Samantha