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Our goal is to honor the memory of a courageous little boy who lost his battle to brain cancer in August, 2011 at the age of six. John truly was a superhero and all proceeds from our event go to the John Shapiro Superheroes Foundation and will benefit local families with children battling cancer.

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Running for Max

May 23, 2016

Dearest Nancy and John Shapiro Superheroes Foundation,

We cannot adequately express the gratitude that we feel for the generous support you all have given to us.

When our son, Max was diagnosed last May with ALL, Nancy immediately reached out to us with the available support that we needed to know existed.  Overwhelmed and surreal was how we felt initially.  Through this foundation, our work and family communities, and many people we didn’t know until now changed that feeling for us to something we will never forget.

Our son was in the hospital for the first 7.5 weeks.  The Third Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5K on June 6 was a moment we could leave the hospital and run for a cause that was now very close to home for us.  Although only one of us was able to participate, the three of us were there in spirit fighting for what John and many others have faced.

We thank you for including us in your mission and are touched to no end for the endless support John’s Foundation has given to us and many other families in trying times.

Looking forward to enjoying the morning at the Fourth Annual John Shapiro Superheroes 5K, this year together!

With much love,

Michael, Kristy, and Max Cassano

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Just 13 days til our 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes Race day!  Be part of the fun on June 6 at St. Helena School in Blue Bell.  You can run, walk, cheer or volunteer!  You won’t want to miss the fun!  Register or sign up to volunteer today❤️💙🦸🦸‍♀️#johnshapirosuperhero5k #year14#behappyandloveeveryone
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Just 13 days til our 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes Race day! Be part of the fun on June 6 at St. Helena School in Blue Bell. You can run, walk, cheer or volunteer! You won’t want to miss the fun! Register or sign up to volunteer today❤️💙🦸🦸‍♀️#johnshapirosuperhero5k #year14#behappyandloveeveryone
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Tomorrow May 20 is the LAST day to guarantee a race shirt with your registration!  Don’t miss out, our year 14 shirt is a keeper!  Register now 🔗https://runtheday.com/register/detail/14th-annual-john-shapiro-superheroes-5k-2026-mf7/
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Tomorrow May 20 is the LAST day to guarantee a race shirt with your registration! Don’t miss out, our year 14 shirt is a keeper! Register now 🔗https://runtheday.com/register/detail/14th-annual-john-shapiro-superheroes-5k-2026-mf7/
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Time’s a ticking… May 20th is the last day to guarantee getting your race shirt!  Don’t miss out! Register today! 
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Time’s a ticking… May 20th is the last day to guarantee getting your race shirt! Don’t miss out! Register today! 🔗https://runtheday.com/register/detail/14th-annual-john-shapiro-superheroes-5k-2026-mf7/
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Just 4 weeks to go til our 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes race day!  Whether you are competing for a PR, enjoying a 1 mile walk with your friends, or cheering on your little one at the kids fun run, you wont want to miss it!  Register today!  The last day to guarantee your race day shirt is May 20.

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Just 4 weeks to go til our 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes race day! Whether you are competing for a PR, enjoying a 1 mile walk with your friends, or cheering on your little one at the kids fun run, you wont want to miss it! Register today! The last day to guarantee your race day shirt is May 20. 🔗 https://runtheday.com/register/detail/14th-annual-john-shapiro-superheroes-5k-2026-mf7/
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Good luck to our friends and sponsor @bayabar_pennsylvania on their Grand Opening tomorrow 5/16!  The Kovatches are long time supporters of our cause, volunteering and running since Year 1!  We are so excited for them and happy to announce they will be providing specials on June 6 to customers wearing our year 14 shirt!  So register for your shirt today and enjoy a bayabar treat on race day! Remember May 20 is the deadline to guarantee getting  your shirt! 🔗to register in bio.
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Good luck to our friends and sponsor @bayabar_pennsylvania on their Grand Opening tomorrow 5/16! The Kovatches are long time supporters of our cause, volunteering and running since Year 1! We are so excited for them and happy to announce they will be providing specials on June 6 to customers wearing our year 14 shirt! So register for your shirt today and enjoy a bayabar treat on race day! Remember May 20 is the deadline to guarantee getting your shirt! 🔗to register in bio.
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All signs point to registering for the 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5k, 1 mile walk and kids fun run!  Come out on June 6 to St. Helena School in Blue Bell.  Register today! 🔗in bio
All signs point to registering for the 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5k, 1 mile walk and kids fun run!  Come out on June 6 to St. Helena School in Blue Bell.  Register today! 🔗in bio
All signs point to registering for the 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5k, 1 mile walk and kids fun run!  Come out on June 6 to St. Helena School in Blue Bell.  Register today! 🔗in bio
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All signs point to registering for the 14th Annual John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5k, 1 mile walk and kids fun run! Come out on June 6 to St. Helena School in Blue Bell. Register today! 🔗in bio
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