Tom will run a half (13.1 miles) marathon on October 3, 2010.   He will again train this summer injury free (knock on wood).  In these tough economic times, Tom still believes The Arc needs this Challenge Run more than ever.  Tom finished the 13.1 mile Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon last October in 2 hours, 15 minutes and 50 seconds.  He raised a little over $11,000 (gross) — you will be able to make a contribution beginning this July when the new flyer goes out in the mail.

Our Executive Director, Tom Kendziorski, over the years has raised funds through his long-distance running for The Arc of Oakland County. It started many years ago running the 8 mile course on Mackinac Island, then he moved up to the Chicago Marathon (26.2 miles) for seven consecutive years, and in 2008 and 2009 he ran the inaugural and 2nd annual Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon in Rochester, Michigan. All tolled, he has raised over $125,000 in this effort.

The Arc of Oakland County is celebrating 43 years of helping families and persons with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. To commemorate this organizational achievement, we requested a donation of $43 to support Tom in his quest of completing the 3rd Annual Brooksie Way on October 3, 2010.

You can still help by making a donation of $13.10, $26.20, (or multiples thereof such as: $52.40, $78.60, $104.80, and so on …). Actually, any amount of a donation is most appreciated!

FEELING UP TO THE 2010 HALF MARATHON CHALLENGE?

Please make a donation, you may call our office and donate by credit card, or use this form to make a donation by mail.

THANK YOU!

The amount of your donation is tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Questions? Call: 248.816.1900

***A special thanks to those who have contributed in the past and all those who will accept Tom’s 2010 Half Marathon Challenge. Thank you for your continued support of The Arc of Oakland County!

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THANK YOU!

The amount of your donation is tax deductible to the extent provided by law. Questions? Call: 248.816.1900

***A special thanks to those who have contributed in the past and all those who will accept Tom’s 2010 Half Marathon Challenge. Thank you for your continued support of The Arc of Oakland County!

Sunday, October 4, 2009 saw the Second Annual running of the Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon starting at Oakland University and ending at its magnificent Meadowbrook Hall.

Tom Kendziorski follows a strict training schedule to prepare for the half marathon logging about 400 miles from June to October to be in optimal shape for the race.

Tom completes the Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon in about 2 hours, 15 minutes each year .. slow and steady!!!!

Tom’s stats since 2001:

Chicago Marathons (26.2 miles) Completed

• 10/07/01-5:17:53
• 10/13/02-5:07:22
• 10/12/03-5:16:55
• 10/10/04-5:15:25
• 10/09/05-5:01:48
• 10/22/06-4:50:32

10/07/07-6:23:30 (race called due to extreme heat)

Other Races Completed

31st Oak Apple Run 10K Race, 5/31/08 (6.2 miles)
36th CIGNA Falmouth (MA) Road Race, 8/10/08 (7.0 miles)
1st Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon, 10/05/08 (13.1 miles)

2nd Annual Brooksie’s Way Half Marathon, 10/4, 2009 (13.1 miles)

As in previous years, Tom issues his Marathon Challenge in July to members and friends of The Arc of Oakland County with the 2010 goal again being $12.000.

The Arc of Oakland County would like to thank all those who have contributed and supported Tom in his endeavors and in the Marathon Challenge this year and years past. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Again, a special and sincere, heartfelt thanks to all who have contributed to the 2009 Half Marathon Challenge!