Sarah Cooke
1  year  Mo Sister
platinum club

$2,836

Target: $3,000
raised $2,836 since 2025
My motivation

It all started on a whim when my dad asked me to do something crazy and sign up to run the Chicago Marathon this October with him and my brothers. I impulsively agreed without thinking twice. Did I mention that I’m not a runner?

As I began to reflect on the commitment and dedication it will take to successfully run a marathon without significant injury or pain, I recognized that I needed to connect the cause to something greater than myself – (enter Movember).

Why men’s mental health? Globally, the rate of suicide is alarmingly high, particularly in men. Too many men are ‘toughing it out’, keeping their feelings to themselves and struggling in silence. This race is for six of the most important people in my life: my dad, my two brothers, my husband, and my two boys.

As a licensed professional mental health counselor, I have dedicated my life’s work to normalizing feelings and assisting those who struggle with depression and suicide. Over the past five years, both of my brothers have struggled significantly with their own depression and intense suicidal ideation so this cause hits close to home for me. As a mom of two young boys, I desire to model healthy life choices and coping skills-(enter running/exercise, better nutrition, and good sleep). Help me stop men dying too young. Take the next step with me by donating to support research and programs that assist boys and men who struggle with mental health related concerns.

How I'm
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163 of 200 workout
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running
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The marathon isn’t until October 12 but training starts now. The real challenge is to be trained and ready for the marathon, not running the race itself.
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15 hour(s) ago
I ran 4.31 mi00:54:06

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an anonymous supporter
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I ran 20.38 mi04:53:58

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Donation from:
Cheryl Mauer
$53

Praying for you on your journey, Sarah! Thanks for running for this cause

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Donation from:
Cheryl Mauer
$53

Praying for you on your journey, Sarah! Thanks for running for this cause

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3 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$53

Thank you for saying yes to fighting this cause, Sarah! I pray God swiftly carries you through the race; with Him, you got this mama!

3 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$53

Thank you for saying yes to fighting this cause, Sarah! I pray God swiftly carries you through the race; with Him, you got this mama!

3 Week(s) Ago
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Hannah Norton
$53

He sister! So proud of you for all of your hard work toward this. Know that we will be cheering you on come October 12th - from a distance of course. Let us know the best way to track your stats during the race. Love you!

3 Week(s) Ago
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Hannah Norton
$53

He sister! So proud of you for all of your hard work toward this. Know that we will be cheering you on come October 12th - from a distance of course. Let us know the best way to track your stats during the race. Love you!

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I ran 13.04 mi02:41:24

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Donation from:
HANNAH SCHROEDER
$104

Prayers for your strength and health while training for and running this marathon and spreading awareness for this cause.

With love and gratitude,
The family of Hannah Schroeder

3 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
HANNAH SCHROEDER
$104

Prayers for your strength and health while training for and running this marathon and spreading awareness for this cause.

With love and gratitude,
The family of Hannah Schroeder

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4 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Tammy Van Blarcom
$25

Thanks for all you do! Have a fantastic race!!

4 Week(s) Ago
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an anonymous supporter
$500
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I ran 1.39 mi00:48:32

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I ran 6.61 mi01:16:38

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Donation from:
Nick Friend
$104

Enjoy the heck out of Chicago!

4 Week(s) Ago
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Rupert Stephenson
$53

Thank you for doing this, Sarah. Best Wishes. Rupert!

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I ran 3.2 mi

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I ran 21 mi

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Donation from:
Red River Rentals
$53

Cheering for you, friend!!

5 Week(s) Ago
I ran 5.5 mi

5 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Inspire Professional Services LLC
$32

Sarah, I am so proud of you!

7 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
an anonymous supporter
$35
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Donation from:
Athena Kjell
$32

You got this!
One foot in front of the other up hills, remember to hydrate the days leading up & remember to use your arms like train wheels to save your

8 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Krystal Smith
$25

So proud of you for pushing yourself to do hard things and inspiring me to do the same as both a mentor and friend. You got this!

8 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Destiny Jackson
$53

Proud of you!!!!

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Sarah Cooke
$270
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Morgan Van Ryn
$53
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Marjorie Frohbieter
$58

Hi Sarah, I was just thinking about helping you out this way a couple days ago. So I appreciated the link to boost my memory to do just that. Thanks for the boys pictures. They are growing up so fast!

13 Week(s) Ago
Donation from:
Tom Mr.
$50

You go Sarah! Proud of you and it’s for a great cause!
Tom and Deb

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