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To recognize Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon for celebrating racing in the community, exceptional fundraising, and groundbreaking research.
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WHEREAS, Nationwide Children’s Hospital is honored to be the title beneficiary for the Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon and 2017 marks the sixth year of the strong partnership; and
WHEREAS, Thus far more than $6 million has been raised for the Hospital. This includes more than $800,000 contributed since 2012 by the Columbus Marathon Board of Directors; and
WHEREAS, the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 15th, 2017 in the heart of the Capital City; and
WHEREAS, we encourage everyone to register and fundraise for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon, so that one day we can celebrate finding cures for all of the patients. Dedicate your race to the kids helped by this incredible institution, by running or walking 13.1 or 26.2 miles; and
WHEREAS, The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon is proud to recognize some of the top high school student athletes and leaders in central Ohio with its 18th annual Lashutka Awards; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council recognizes the runners, walkers, volunteers and supporters of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon; further, we celebrate our community's youngest patients, honor those who have succumbed to their illnesses, and support the family and friends who stood by them, for their determination and courage