SUFFOLK, N.Y.–Credit union vice president Eva Casale, who was featured in CUToday.info here for running seven marathons in seven days, raised more than $25,000 for veterans as a result of the effort.
Casale, VP-IT with Suffolk FCU and an extreme distance marathon runner, raised the funds for Hope for the Warriors.
In all, Casale ran 184 miles over the seven marathons, amounting to 184 miles, over the course of the seven days, with each day’s marathon focused on honoring local servicemen killed in action.
“Using my passion for running to bring people together to support programs and services which Hope for the Warriors offers, was a perfect opportunity for me to make a difference for our Veterans,” said Casale in a statement. “It was an honor and privilege for me to organize this event. I am inspired by all the people I met and who supported me during my journey. It really provides faith in humanity.”
Suffolk Federal supported Casale’s mission by serving as lead sponsor.
“As a United States Air Force Veteran, I strongly feel that supporting our Veterans is an important mission and that it is our responsibility to show the same dedication and commitment to our veterans that they have shown to serving our country,” said Ralph D. Spencer, SFCU’s CEO. “It was only natural for us to support Eva with her efforts to raise funds and awareness for the brave men and women who have served our country and have given up so much to defend our freedom.”
Hope for the Warriors is a national nonprofit dedicated to restoring a sense of self, family and hope to service members, their families, and families of the fallen.