Our Story
In the fall of 2022, someone very close to the Binder family, Dru Anne Lindo, passed away after a long battle with cancer.
A few weeks after she passed away, John Binder ran his first half marathon. While he was running, he kept thinking of Dru. Ever since, whenever he runs, he thinks of her.
In her honor, and for all who have fought or are fighting cancer, we've pulled together a growing roster of runners to help fundraise in support of local St. Louis cancer patients and their families. Each runner will be participating in the Greater St. Louis marathon or half-marathon on April 27th, 2024 on behalf of this cause.
Everyone has been touched by cancer in some capacity, and our aim is to build a community around this race to celebrate the lives and battles of all our heroes who have faced cancer.
We urge everyone who comes across this page to support in any way they are able. Whether its lacing up your shoes to run with us, supporting the cause via donation, or simply sharing our story. Every dollar, mile, and share demonstrates to all cancer fighters and families that we are here to help!
Let's make a difference together, Mile by Mile.
Creating a community of giving, supporting St. Louis cancer fighters.
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The Fundraiser
The main ways to get involved are as follows…
Run with us!
Support our cause by signing up to run in St. Louis alongside our growing roster of 30+ dedicated runners who will be working to fundraise on behalf of the race. Each runner has a fundraising goal of $1,000.
Sponsor a runner!
Not able to run? No worries! Show your support by sponsoring a runner and donating to the cause on their behalf. Donate here!.
Any amount is helpful!
Become a Corporate Sponsor!
If you would like to be an umbrella sponsor for the fundraiser, please check out our Corporate Sponsorship tiers.
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The Race
We will be running the Greater St. Louis Marathon in St. Louis, Missouri on April 27th, 2024. We are extremely excited that the majority of our runners will be in town so that we can run the race and celebrate our hard work together.
Stay tuned for more updates on fun events as we get closer to race week.
If you are interested in running with us and fundraising on behalf of our cause, please confirm your interest. The more the merrier!
Please click the button below for more race info.
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Our Impact
All funds will be directed to the St. Louis Peregrine Society. Peregrine has done amazing work with local St. Louis cancer patients since 1949. They offer a plethora of services free of charge to meet patients core needs. No patient is turned away!
Whether its transportation, nutritional support, providing prescriptions to the underinsured, or distributing medical equipment and supplies, Peregrine is there to help out.
We are so honored and excited to be supporting such a great and established cause. We'll have more to share about Peregrine as we progess!
Check out Peregrine’s website below.
Our Sponsors
You can become a sponsor today!
Click here to view our sponsorship perks and register your interest.
The 47 Foundation
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Growing up in Webster Groves, we were able to witness first hand the power of community, compassion, and service.
Now, we feel compelled to pay it forward. Thus, The 47 Foundation is born.
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We aim to rally support and resources for timely and worthy causes that make a positive and immediate impact on our world.
Through strategic and engaging fundraising efforts, we aim to uplift communities facing pressing challenges and contribute to the well-being of those in need.
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We believe in the power of coming together, the potential in each of us to make a difference, and the magic that happens when we unite around a common vision for good.
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When you see the number 47 in the world, it is said to bring good luck, prosperity, and a sign that you are on the right track.
In the context of our mission, we hope this connects with our donors to signify the positive impact we are making on our communities.