Joe Liles

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Run with Me at Disney and Support the KPF Foundation

Every Dollar Donated Empowers Disabled Athletes

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$875 towards $2,900

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About the KPF Foundation

I'm excited to share this really special organization with you. The KPF Foundation is about making sports accessible for everyone, especially disabled athletes. They work tirelessly to provide the support, equipment, and community these amazing athletes need to participate in running races and achieve their dreams. KPF's mission is to break down barriers and show the world that everyone can shine in sports, regardless of their abilities.

My Story with KPF

I was introduced to KPF in 2022 through a great friend of mine, Andrew Matznick, who has been a part of this incredible community of athletes for many years! We got together a team from The Neighborhood Church, Caleb Dover, Keith Walker, and myself to meet in Atlanta, GA, to run the Publix Half-Marathon.

We all got to meet "J Dude" and his mom Teresa. He is incredible, funny, and loves to get out and run! We became great friends that day! I was also humbled to realize that I was invited to be a part of an incredible community of individuals who traveled the United States together. They welcomed me as if they had known me for years!

That said, I knew that day would not be the last but the first of many runs, and I am thrilled to share that I was selected to run with KPF at the Disney World Marathon weekend in January!

Who am I running with?

I will participate in the DOPEY CHALLENGE at RunDisney World Marathon Weekend in January 2025 with KPF. This means I will run the 5k, 10k, Half Marathon, and Marathon in a row, day after day, for a total of 48.6 miles. I will participate in two duo teams for pushchair assist in the Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and the Marathon (26.2 miles). I will share updates as I meet my teammates this summer! Here is what I know so far.

Half Marathon | Team Mak

I will run the half Marathon on Team Mak with my buddy Collin Reedy from The Neighborhood Church.

Marathon | Team Dustin

I will run the Marathon with Team Dustin and his mother, Lyndsey.

Why Your Support Means the World

In January 2025, I'll be lacing up my running shoes for the Walt Disney World Half Marathon Race Weekend, not just for the thrill of the race with my teammates but to support the incredible work of the KPF Foundation. My goal is to raise $2,900, and I need your help to get there!

Here is the AWESOME PART!

  • **ALL FUNDS RECEIVED GO DIRECTLY TO SUPPORTING THE ATHLETES TRAVEL, LODGING, RACE CHAIRS, AND THEIR COMMUNITY**

How incredible is that!

How You Can Make a Difference

Every little bit helps, and there are a few ways you can get involved:

  1. Donate: Click the link and contribute whatever you can. Seriously, every dollar makes a difference!
  2. Share: Spread the word! Please share this page with your friends and family and on social media to help us reach more people.
  3. Get Involved with KPF: If you're around during race weekend, come cheer us on or volunteer to help. If you want to continue the journey on your own, jump onto KPF's website and find ways to get involved.

Your Impact

By supporting my run and the KPF Foundation, you're helping to create a world where everyone has the chance to participate in sports and feel the joy and empowerment that comes with it. Together, we can make a huge difference and prove that no dream is too big, ESPECIALLY AT DISNEY WORLD!!

Thank you so much for your support and generosity. Let's make this race weekend one to remember!