In this episode of the On the Runs podcast, Eric and Erika welcome back Jennifer Ouellette, who shares her inspiring journey through the Boston Marathon and her role as a teammate with the Marathon Mathletes and Team Force as they're fundraising for the NYC Marathon. The conversation delves into the various fundraising initiatives for Team Force, including yoga nights, charcuterie classes, and a big raffle night. They discuss the importance of community engagement, the excitement surrounding the New York City Marathon, and the collaborative spirit of the Mathletes. Jennifer emphasizes the significance of sharing and supporting each other's efforts in fundraising, while also highlighting the personal connections that make these events meaningful. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about future plans and the joy of running together.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Energy Boost
03:49 Jennifer's Boston Marathon Redemption
06:45 The Marathon Mathletes and Team Force
09:46 Fundraising Initiatives and Community Engagement
12:24 Yoga Nights and Charcuterie Events
15:15 Navigating Fundraising Challenges
18:17 Building Community Through Events
21:35 Creative Fundraising Ideas and Partnerships
24:19 Cocktail Night Planning and Execution
29:19 Perfect Sunday Afternoon Plans
29:41 Running the New York City Marathon
31:45 Fundraising Strategies and Raffles
31:49 Sponsorships and Partnerships
36:40 Exciting Raffle Night Details
43:18 The Impact of Cancer and Team Force
47:01 Excitement for New York and Community Involvement
48:13 Virtual Participation and Fundraising Strategies
50:38 Building a Supportive Community for Events
54:33 Introducing the Mathletes and Their Journey
56:33 Logistics and Group Dynamics for the Marathon
59:27 Creative Fundraising Ideas and Community Engagement
01:03:21 Exciting Prizes and Donations for the Raffle
01:06:21 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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