Our Boston Marathon Team
IRONMAN MARATHON TEAM
Runners – please send check donations to:
Cops for Kids with Cancer, Inc.
PO Box 850956
Braintree, MA 02185
In Memory of Billy Coulter
Bill served on the Massachusetts State Police for over 45 years, achieving the rank of Detective Lieutenant. He was a member of the Massachusetts State Police Commissioned Officers Association. Bill was a longtime cancer survivor and passionate about Cops for Kids with Cancer, where he was the Chairman at the time of his death. His other passion was physical fitness, completing over 20 Ironman Triathlons and 150 marathons, including 36 consecutive Boston Marathons and every Disney World Marathon up until his passing. Many runners ran virtually last year to raise funds in his honor. This year we are able to once again run the live race on the course. With fewer numbers allotted due to Covid restrictions, we have to work even harder to achieve our ambitious goal. Please consider supporting one of our runners in Bill’s memory.
Cops For Kids With Cancer “Sponsored” Runners
To run in the Boston Marathon you need to have a fast enough qualifying time – or you can run for one of the official charities. As an official Charity Partner of the Boston Marathon we receive a small number of “invitational” entries to the Boston Marathon. We use these entries to recruit individual runners who pledge to raise at least $10,000 for our cause.
Brendan Cryan
I am running the 2022 Boston Marathon to fundraise for Cops for Kids With Cancer, an amazing charity that supports the financial needs of families with children fighting cancer. Cops for Kids with Cancer has donated over $4.1 million directly to 762 families. I ask for your donation to help me reach my fundraising goal of $10,000.
Sonya Schumacher-Farhat
On April 18th, for Cops for Kids with Cancer (“CFKWC”), I will be running my fifth marathon and first Boston marathon. I am honored to run in memory of 8-year old Danny Sheehan who passed away in 2021 from brain cancer. I’ve seen first-hand the direct and monumental impact CFKWC has on children and their families, and I ask that you please help me support this wonderful charity and reach my $10,000 goal. “Cancer is a marathon – you can’t look at the finish line. You take it moment by moment, sometimes breath by breath, other times step by step.”- Sarah Betz Bucciero
Katie McIlroy
My name is Katie McIlroy and I will be running the 2022 Boston Marathon in support of Cops for Kids with Cancer. This will be my first time running a marathon. Cops for Kids with Cancer is a wonderful charity that hits close to home for me. I have been an Officer on the Duxbury Police Department for almost 9 years, my father is a retired Massachusetts State Police Lieutenant & my brother is currently a MA State Trooper. When I was 7 years old I was diagnosed with cancer; after intense rounds of chemo, radiation, alternative treatments and healthy eating I beat cancer and have been cancer free for almost 26 years. I have been blessed to be given the opportunity to pay it forward by running in the marathon for Cops for Kids with Cancer. Please help me by supporting this wonderful cause with any donation you can. I appreciate everyone’s generosity and thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping as many families as we can.
Elizabeth Ettridge
I am beyond grateful for this opportunity to run for the 2022 Boston Marathon this April 18th for the Cops for Kids with Cancer organization. I am honored to run in memory of my Dad, Stephen Ettridge, who passed away in September of 2021 after fighting Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and Head and Neck cancer for nine years. A proud supporter of Cops for Kids with Cancer for years, my dad understood the impact support and community could have for those battling cancer. Cops for Kids with Cancer, a foundation rooted in love, hope, and strength built a community to support children and their families in “fighting the fight” against cancer. Having felt first hand the impact cancer can have on a family, I am proud to support a cause not only close to my dad’s heart, but one that strives to help so many kids in their battle. I ask that you please help support this remarkable organization and help me reach my goal of raising $10,000. Any donation can make a big difference!
Barry Tufts
My name is Barry Tufts and I will be running my first marathon this spring with a goal of raising $10,000 for Cops For Kids with Cancer. CFKWC is a very special charity to me and my family. In May of 2018, my son Remy was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Remy had just turned four years old, and the diagnosis was devastating. In November of 2018, my family received a generous donation from CFKWC that greatly assisted us as Remy battled cancer. Running the Boston Marathon this April is a way that I can give back to a tremendous organization that helped my family so much when we needed it most.
Bobby Hall, Rachel Hall and Dominic Monzione
Hello!
Rachael and I will be running together again in this year’s 126th, Boston Marathon, Monday, April 18th, 2022. This will be our 3rd year running together, once again raising funds to help support Cops for Kids with Cancer. This year, Dominic Monzione will be joining the team and running his first marathon! Dominic was inspired by CFKWC to run the Boston Marathon and help raise money for those in need. Our team goal is $12,500.00. Please help us exceed our goal by donating today. As little as a dollar a mile can make a difference!
We would also like to THANK all of you that have supported us in the past, by donating, coming out on race day, or just sharing some words of encouragement.
We will again be running in memory of State Police Detective Lieutenant William “The IRONMAN” Coulter, who motivated us all! Billy taught many of us to push forward and to never give up, even when things seem to be insurmountable.
Thank you,
Bobby Hall, Rachael Hall & Dominic Monzione
Peabody PD Marathon Team
This Patriots Day the Peabody Police Boston Marathon Team will embark on a journey to run 26.2 miles in the Boston Marathon. However, this journey is about more than just running the marathon. It’s about why we choose to run. This year, our team consist of Peabody Police Chief Thomas Griffin, Sergeant James Harkins, Peabody Firefighter Michael Coleman, Retired National Grid Forman Raymond Brady, and City of Peabody Mayor Edward “Teddy” Bettencourt. The opportunity to raise money for families battling pediatric cancer is what drives us to train for this annual event. Please consider donating to our team fundraising efforts as we challenge ourselves while helping to make a difference one step at a time.
Runners Choosing to Support Cops For Kids With Cancer
The following team members either qualified for the Boston Marathon or have received their invitational entry through a different program. Regardless of their entry type, they have volunteered to raise money for our charity. Thank you!!
Colleen Thompson
Since 2013, I have run 8 Boston marathons with Cops for Kids. I am blessed to be able to turn my passion for running into something that will help children who are fighting for their health. My fundraising goal is $10,000 with the hopes of raising as much money as possible to help kids who are fighting cancer. Any donation no matter the size is greatly appreciated and makes a huge difference!
Cheri Pinkham
I am looking forward to running this year’s Boston Marathon and I appreciate your support.
Patrick Dolan
Cops for Kids with Cancer is a phenomenal organization that focuses on raising funds to provide assistance to families of children fighting cancer, to improve their quality of life. Please help me support this worthy cause as I run the 2022 Boston Marathon with the Massachusetts State Police Team! Thank you for your support!
Sal Mirabella, Jr.
Hello and thank you for visiting my fundraising page! This will be my 6th Boston Marathon and I must admit, this never gets old! Aside from this being the most prestigious marathon, it is the most fulfilling because I am raising money for kids with cancer as part of Detective Lt. Billy Coulter’s Ironman Marathon Team! As Lt. Coulter used to always say, “It is all about the finish line, not the finish time!” With that being said, I am proud to be running for this charity again.
Mackenzie Sinnott
This year I will be running my first marathon with the Massachusetts State Police to raise money for Cops For Kids With Cancer in honor of Detective Lieutenant Bill Coulter. I am a new member of the Massachusetts State Police from the 86th RTT and I am grateful that the Ironman Marathon Team has allowed me the opportunity to run Boston 2022. Thank you for all of the support!
Tyler Field
My name is Tyler Field and I am running the 2022 Boston Marathon in support of the Cops For Kids With Cancer. I am honored to fulfill a life-long goal of running the Boston Marathon while raising money for this important cause. Please help me reach my fundraising goal with the Massachusetts State Police Marathon Team and raise money for Cop For Kids With Cancer. Your support will also serve as a great motivator as I train to run my first ever marathon.
Rob McCarthy
I’m Rob McCarthy and I’m hitting the pavement for the 126th Boston Marathon for my 5th Marathon with the Massachusetts State Police Marathon team. Once again, I’m running in support for Cops For Kids With Cancer. As always, fundraising efforts from all have you have been supportive and generous. And I ask you once again in helping me reach my goal of $1,000 or greater! Thank you and see you on Boylston Street!
Chris Hardy
I am excited and honored for the opportunity to be running my first Boston Marathon for a great cause. I will be fundraising for an amazing charity and would greatly appreciate any donations for “Cops for Kids with Cancer.” Thank you for your support and generosity!
Patrick McCrave
42 years old. Father of 4. Mass. State Trooper assigned to the Essex County detective unit. 4 marathons. 3 Boston marathons with MSP (2016, 2018 and 2019). Marine Corps marathon in DC in 2019. I run for cops for kids with cancer but I also run in my heart for my father who suffers from Parkinson’s disease. He’s a former marathon runner. He’s been my inspiration for the Boston Marathons. I ran USMC marathon for a fallen friend, USMC Captain Kyle Van De Giesen (10/26/2009, KIA operation enduring freedom)
Frank Masiello Jr.
On April 18, 2022, I will be running my 12th consecutive Boston Marathon and my 9th Boston Marathon in support of Cops For Kids With Cancer. It is an honor and a privilege to be a member of the Ironman Marathon Team and run the greatest race there is to raise money for an amazing charity. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Sean Harrington
My name is Sean Harrington. I am a Quincy Police Officer and a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. I have completed two marathons in the past; however, they were both “ruck marches”. I am excited to run my first Boston Marathon on April 18th, 2022, for a great organization—Cops for Kids with Cancer. Please consider supporting this great cause, where no amount is too small. Thank you for your consideration!
Brandon Doherty
On Monday, April 18, I will be running in my first marathon to benefit Cops For Kids With Cancer. This wonderful charity benefits the families and children directly affected by a cancer diagnosis. I have worked as a State Trooper for just over three years, and in that short time have learned what a great man DLT William Coulter was. In keeping with DLT Coulter’s legacy, I ask for your support and a donation to Cops For Kids With Cancer so together, we can do our part to fight this horrible disease.
Ryan Tobin
The 2022 Boston Marathon will be my second marathon and running it has been a goal of mine since I was kid and watched my father run it numerous times. I ran the New York City Marathon in 2015 and am hoping to improve on my performance from that race. Please help me support this worthy cause as I run the 2022 Boston Marathon as a member of the Massachusetts State Police Team! Thank you for your support and I’ll see all of you at the finish line!
Daniel “Eric” Pellegrini
My names is Eric Pellegrini and I’m running in my first Boston Marathon this year for a great cause, Cops for Kids with Cancer. As aUSMC Veteran and a Trooper in the Mass State Police, I’m honored to run for the MSP Ironman Marathon Team to help raise money. Let’s hit the road 🇺🇸
Ali Amaral
2022 Marks my 7th Boston Marathon and 8th marathon overall. Over the years, you have helped me raise over $20k for Cops for Kids with Cancer. Once again, I am asking you to reach into your pockets and make a donation to this 503c approved charity. This is a charity where ALL of the monies donated are given to the families of children diagnosed with cancer.
Timothy McDonagh
This is my first ever marathon and I’m so thankful and proud to be a member of the Ironman Marathon Team. I’m raising funds in support of the best cause: Cops for Kids with Cancer. All the money raised will help go to provide much needed assistance to families of children battling cancer. Please help me in my mission to support this worthy cause. I really appreciate everyone’s generosity and support. Thank you!
George Costa
My name is George Costa and I will be running my first marathon in the 2022 Boston Marathon this April 18th. I am raising money to support Cops For Kids With Cancer, a charity aimed at helping relieve some of the financial burden for families who receive a devastating diagnosis regarding their child’s health. I kindly ask for your support with a donation to this amazing charity in hopes of helping as many families as possible.
Lauren Furfari
My name is Lauren Furfari and I am running the 2022 Boston Marathon in support of the Cops For Kids With Cancer. I am excited to be running my first Boston Marathon supporting the Massachusetts State Police and this awesome charity. My Dad is a retired State Trooper so supporting and running with this group means a lot for my sister and I! Any donation is more than appreciated!
Jeanne Hengemuhle
I am excited to be running in my second Boston Marathon while supporting a great cause – Cops for Kids with Cancer. This is a charitable organization focused on raising funds to provide assistance to families of children fighting cancer. Please help me support this worthy cause as I run the 2022 Boston Marathon.
Worcester PD Marathon Team
Members of the Worcester Police Department are once again grateful for the opportunity to run in the Boston Marathon while raising funds for Cops For Kids With Cancer. We have seen first hand the wonderful benefits that this charity provides for local families with children battling cancer. Please consider donating to this great cause.
Mike Murphy
This will be my first marathon, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to run it with the Massachusetts State Police marathon team. I am raising money for Cops For Kids With Cancer, an organization that has helped so many families. With your help I’m hopeful I can exceed my fundraising goal to help as many families as possible. Thank you for your support!
Matthew Foley
Thank you for taking your time to donate to help children fighting cancer. Cops for Kids with Cancer is a great charity, if you want to learn more about what they do please check https://copsforkidswithcancer.org/ I will be running the 2022 Boston Marathon fundraising for this cause, any donation amount is greatly appreciated.
Catherine Shackford
Please help me support Cops For Kids With Cancer as I run the 2022 Boston Marathon with the Massachusetts State Police Ironman Marathon Team!
Rhode Island State Police
On Monday, April 18, 2022, the Rhode Island State Police will be participating in the 126th running of the Boston Marathon for the charity Cops for Kids with Cancer. As a team, Troopers Chris D’Angelo and Jacquelyn Applin have committed to raising $8,000 to successfully assist families within the State of Rhode Island with the financial and the emotional difficulties that come with having a child battling cancer. Please consider donating to Cops for Kids with Cancer in support of the 2022 Rhode Island State Police Marathon Team.
Kendall Bennett
When my Uncle Billy, a Detective Lieutenant in the Massachusetts State Police and the Chairman of Cops for Kids with Cancer, passed away in the fall, I knew immediately that a marathon was in my imminent future. I consider myself to be so lucky to raise money for the charity that he was so passionate about by running the race he was so passionate about, the Boston Marathon.
Devin Cronin
Running my first Boston Marathon in October 2021 was such an amazing experience. The thrill of the crowd and the absolute chills I felt multiple times throughout the course was something I knew I couldn’t only experience once. Knowing every person running was about to accomplish something that is no easy feat, regardless of time, was clear from the looks of pride that was shown for one another while running. Running Boston is more than a marathon, it’s an absolute honor.
Chris Amate
This will be my third consecutive Boston Marathon with Cops for Kids. I am blessed to be able to turn my passion for fitness into something that will help children who are fighting for their health.
Rob Clouse
I am exited to be running my second Boston Marathon to support Cops For Kids With Cancer. Your contribution helps make a positive impact when a family receives such a devastating diagnosis regarding their child. Thank you for your support.
Jennifer Doucette
I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to run the 2022 Boston Marathon in support of Cops For Kids With Cancer. Last year’s marathon was such a great experience, I am proud to be able to represent the Massachusetts State Police again. This will be my 4th marathon. I hope to raise as much money as possible for these families who have been affected by childhood cancer. Any donation, no matter the size, is greatly appreciated.
Kayla Torres
My name is Kayla and this will be my first marathon! After completing many races; including two half marathons, I am honored and beyond excited to challenge myself alongside the Ironman Marathon Team. I am running for Cops For Kids With Cancer to help raise money for families with children who are fighting cancer and any amount is greatly appreciated. Thank you all and see you at the finish line!