Run for a Reason
Ready to Run for Kittens! Michael Zawadzki’s Boston Marathon Mission!
My name is Michael Zawadzki, and at 68 years young, I’m lacing up my running shoes for something special! I’m not just talking about tackling the legendary Boston Marathon – I’m talking about running with a purpose, a purr-pose, if you will!
You see, I’m an ardent animal lover. With seven cats and two dogs keeping me company, my life is full of furry friends and unconditional love. That’s why I’m so passionate about volunteering together with my daughter, Victoria, with the WASPCA Kitten Warrior Foster Program whose dedicated individuals work tirelessly to care for kittens until they find their forever homes.
But like all amazing organizations, the WASPCA Kitten Warrior Program needs support. That’s where my running comes in! I’m THRILLED to announce that I’ll be running the Boston Marathon this year to raise money and awareness for this incredible program! It’s truly an honor for me to be able to help! This will be my second time qualifying for Boston. I only started running road races when I moved to this area in 2019. A huge thank you goes to the phenomenal Shenandoah Valley Running (SVR) group in Winchester. This group is so welcoming, supportive, and full of incredible runners of all ages and paces! I honestly couldn’t have achieved this without their encouragement and the community spirit of the Runners Retreat Thursday run group.That’s why I’m so motivated to give back to the local community and support amazing charities like the SPCA. By raising funds and spreading awareness, I am very excited at the prospect of helping the WASPCA Kitten Warrior Foster Program expand and thrive. We can make the lives of the SPCA staff and volunteers a little easier, but most importantly, we can help even more of our adorable kitten companions find loving, safe, and comfortable FURever homes right here in the Winchester area!
Every dollar counts, and every kitten deserves a chance at a happy home! Let’s show Winchester what we can be accomplished when we run for a “paws” cause!
