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In November 2023, Ash Garcia Horn ran the Seattle Marathon. That, in itself, would be a story worth telling, but there is so much more. Ash ran this particular race only days after losing her father, Armando Garcia Correa, to gastric cancer. It was the fulfillment of a challenge she had undertaken with her dad’s encouragement. She was determined to see it through, and she wanted to make it count.
Throughout Armando’s cancer journey, their family used resources on the GCF website and became passionate about contributing to the search for a cure. She opted to transform her run into a fundraiser for the Gastric Cancer Foundation’s patient support and research initiatives.
She created a personal tribute page to honor her dad, share her grief, and enable friends and family to support her by donating to the cause. Each week, Ash posted updates on social media platforms, providing photos and stories to offer glimpses into her running journey. Her effort raised nearly $4,500.
As Ash wrote on her tribute page, “Every step I take during this marathon will be a tribute to my dad's memory and a symbol of hope for those currently facing this challenging journey.”
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