Meet the runners who will be representing Expect Miracles Foundation and raising funds for our mission at the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on November 1.
Run Your Own Fundraiser
When you step up to host your own fundraiser, you become part of something bigger.
Run Your Own Fundraiser empowers supporters to design events that reflect their passions while raising funds for lifesaving cancer research through EMF. From neighborhood gatherings to large-scale athletic challenges, every effort counts.
We’ll equip you with fundraising ideas, success stories, and step-by-step guidance so you can confidently bring your vision to life.
Your idea could be the next miracle in motion.
Ideas to Inspire You
Here are just a few ways our community turns passion into purpose:
Life Moments & Celebrations
Fitness & Challenge Events
Workplace & Corporate Events
Tribute & Honor Campaigns
Whatever your idea, we’re with you every step of the way.
Hear From Our Fundraisers
Event Type: Ironman
Dan took on the physical and mental challenge of a Half Ironman to honor loved ones impacted by cancer and raise critical funds for EMF’s development platform to do good, entertain clients, strengthen relationships, and demonstrate leadership giving.
“My family is living proof of the positive impact of Expect Miracles Foundation. My mother thrived for YEARS after her cancer diagnosis due in large part to an immunotherapy treatment developed by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and directly funded by EMF.”
— Dan Lee, Senior Strategic Account Manager at Invesco
Event Type: Golf Outing
What began as a friendly golf outing has become a cherished tradition at Charles River Country Club. In 2025, long-time Expect Miracles Foundation supporter and club member Chris Goff selected EMF as the event’s beneficiary, bringing added meaning to the day.
“The Smithwick’s Open is one of my favorite days of the year. Seeing our members, families, and friends come together to give back and support one another reminds me just how special this community truly is. Supporting EMF this year was an honor, and I’m grateful for the incredible impact we were able to make together.”
— Chris Goff, Vice President, Broker Dealer Channel Leader, National Accounts at Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Event Type: Marathon
After receiving her own bib, Melaina ran NYC Half Marathon, dedicating her race to Expect Miracles. With each step, she raised funds and awareness, inspiring friends, family, and colleagues to support EMF’s mission.
“I wanted to fundraise for EMF ahead of running the NYC Half Marathon in 2025 because it was a great way to get my family and friends involved in the experience and feel like I was creating a community. On the actual race day, it was energizing to know I was running for a cause – it’s what got me to the finish line!”
— Melaina LaSalle, Director, Partnerships at Mastercard
Event Type: Casino Night
What began as a home gathering has become Kaitlin and Brendan Lang’s signature Casino Night fundraiser. Each year, their home is transformed into a full casino experience, bringing friends and family together for an unforgettable evening, fundraising for Expect Miracles Foundation.
“Like so many families, mine has been touched by cancer, and I’ve seen how quickly it can change lives. Hosting our annual Casino Night fundraiser allows us to bring friends, family, and colleagues together for a fun and meaningful evening that raises critical funds for cancer research and gives hope to families facing this disease.”
— Kaitlin Lang, Director, Petra Funds Group
How It Works
Step 1
Share Your Idea
Tell us what you want to do, when it’s happening, and your fundraising goal.
Step 2
We Set You Up
EMF builds your personalized fundraising page and equips you with the tools to succeed.
Step 3
Promote & Fundraise
Share your page, rally your network, and watch your impact grow.
Worried It Sounds Like Work? We’ve Got You.
Running your own fundraiser is simpler than you think. We create your fundraising page, equip you with plug-and-play tools, and walk you through the process from start to finish. You’re never doing this alone – our team is with you at every stage!
Start Your Fundraiser
Delaney DeAvila
Events and Development Manager
Make Miracles
Join us in the fight against cancer and be part of the community that is making miracles happen today. Your donation is an investment in our Innovation and Discovery Funds, which invests in life-saving cancer research, and EMF’s SAMFund, which provides financial assistance for young adult cancer survivors.
Invest in Hope
Corporate sponsors lead our life-saving mission and gain access to influential business networking opportunities at EMF events, which range from galas to golf tournaments and more. As a sponsor you can cultivate relationships in the financial services industry while having a life-changing impact on the cancer community.