Congratulations to our 2021 TCS NYC Marathon team:

21 runners – 546 miles – $83,000 raised!

Meet our team

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Why I’m Running: I have chosen to run with the Urban Justice Center because they advocate for social justice, a cause that has become increasingly more relevant over the past year but is something that I have felt passionately about for much longer. Their goal is to defend rights, build an inclusive community, and fuel systematic change.  While no amount of money or awareness will be enough to change the systemic issues present in our culture, I plan to run and raise to bring us closer to bridging this gap. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: I am running with Urban Justice Center because I believe legal assistance should be available to everyone, including the most vulnerable. I appreciate UJC’s multi-prong approach to tackling social injustice, and am proud to support its innovative legal projects. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: UJC does amazing work for the most vulnerable in NYC, their work is highly motivating and I’m delighted to be able to support them. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: Running to raise money for the Urban Justice Center aligns with my identity as a fierce advocate for social justice. As an educator, I hope to serve as a role model who questions the status quo and fights for a more just society. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: During this particularly challenging and divisive time, I wanted to help support UJC for the amazing work that they do every day to fuel lasting social change and fight for the rights of those who are most vulnerable in our community. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why We’m Running: We are excited to run our first marathon together for UJC because they advocate for a fair society here in our community of NYC! SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m running: This pandemic showed us how poverty can destroy human lives, including our families & communities in the U.S. As a 3-decade long Community Outreach worker in Chicago, I see how crucial community agencies like the Urban Justice Center are in the fight to end homelessness, to defend human rights, to provide a safe haven for persecuted refugees, to empower individuals recover from poverty, gentrification, trauma & addiction. Organizations like the Urban Justice Center provide a voice to seek justice for the most marginalized members of our society. No donation is too small. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: Resilience and perseverance, traits I find central to marathon training, are at the very core of the Urban Justice Center’s (UJC) work. The UJC fights for everyone who calls this city home, which has enabled New York to remain resilient and hopeful throughout countless hardships. I run with the UCJ because I believe in the strength of the city, and the community-centered society UCJ envisions and defends. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m running: I’m running with Team UJC because of its proven track record of helping creative lawyers launch innovative clinics to aid underserved communities. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m running: Urban Justice Center’s mission, of advocating for the most vulnerable and needy New Yorkers, resonates with me. Especially during the difficult times facing all of us, UJC and their work is more important than ever. That is why I chose to run for them. We need solidarity! SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: I love NYC. And every moment I spend living and loving NYC, I am reminded of how wonderful it is and how much more needs to be done for all of its residents to have equitable opportunities. There is such a stark juxtaposition of rich and poor, secure and vulnerable, access and injustice. It falls unduly on local community-based organizations like UJC to work tirelessly to address these longstanding issues. I am inspired by UJC’s mission and values, and I feel grateful to play a small part in their work this year. SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: I believe we CAN have a just, fair, and decent society. The Urban Justice Center’s mission inspired me to challenge myself because of how they challenge systemic issues and oppressive systems to help the people of New York city every day. I am honored to bring attention to the incredible work they do as an organization and contribute to creating a more just, fair, and decent New York. No matter the amount, your donation makes a difference! SUPPORT OUR RUN!

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Why I’m Running: UJC does incredibly important work that affects so many people in NYC. I’m inspired by UJC’s commitment to building community and fueling change inclusive of and beyond individual representation. SUPPORT OUR RUN!