Hello friends and family!  Thanks for taking the time to check out my fundraising page for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, as I set out to conquer the Vermont 100 mile Endurance Race in July of 2020! 

What is the Vermont 100 Endurance Race?

The VT100 is among the four oldest 100 mile races in the United States, and is a part of the Grand Slam of Ultrarunning.  How cool is that? I will tackle this epic ultra race as part of Team Run 2 Empower, in which all funds raised go to Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports!  

I want you to be part of this amazing mission and journey with me!

A question I get a lot...."is this a 100 mile relay race?", or "are you on a bike?"  Nope.  It's an Ultra Marathon in which each competitor is running 100 miles in a single day.

What is Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports?

There are people out there for whom just getting out to walk can be a challenge. People who need a little extra assistance to meet the challenge that brings health, fun and passion to their lives. Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports provides sports and recreational programs as well as wellness and environmental retreats to people with disabilities. 

They’re programs are offered to people of all ages, with a variety of disabilities. Programs include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and Nordic in the winter; and sailing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, cycling, rock climbing, horseback riding, and more in the warmer months.

Why Vermont Adaptive?

The mission of Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports is so important to me because it helps others enjoy the same health, fun, and passions that have been such an integral part of my life.  

I am honored to be part of Team Run 2 Empower for my second year in order to empower others thru my training and racing, including empowering and inspiring our donors thru my journey to the VT100!

About Vin:

Vin has been a competitive runner for over 25 years.  Two years ago Vin had a serious back injury in which a doctor told him he’d probably never run again.  12 weeks later Vin did his first Ultra Marathon.  

When Vin is not running and training for the VT100, he’s a passionate entrepreneur that helps others get results.  He is the Chief Marketing Officer & Head of Digital for The Framularo Group, in which he is an expert marketing consultant. Vin is also a Coach at EPIC Hybrid Training in Fairfield County, CT.  Vin has been coaching to help others achieve their goals for 18 years.

Some Awesome Donation Prizes and Levels for YOU :

• $10 - Regular updates, training & nutrition tips and inspiration from yours truly, to help you reach your goals, and keep you involved with all the hard work your money is going towards 
• $25 - Custom training plan for your particular goals we will discuss on a call (a $300 value)! 
• $50 - A sweet custom Sleefs running headband!
• $75 - Custom Spartan Beaded Bracelet from Gewrly By G  #spartanup
• $100 - Come take a class with me at EPIC Fairfield County! 
• $125 - Join me for a Happy Hour Party at Two Roads Brewery - Date to be announced.
• $150 - I’ll meet you for a run in Central Park, NYC, and we’ll go for lunch after (or we can pick a central location)! 
• $200 or more - All of the above bonuses plus some special "Team Swag".  And heck you can come to the event with me and be part of my cheering crew! 
• Own your own business? For $500 or more, I’ll give you 10 hours of marketing consulting FREE!! (a $17,600 value!)  

You can pick your donation amount on the next page.

Please consider donating what you can to help me reach my goal and help Vermont Adaptive meet their goal too! 

Thank you!  Live with Passion!!

-Vin Framularo

MORE INFO:
Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that empowers people of all disabilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of ability to pay. In addition to sports, year round programming options integrate environmental, holistic wellness, and competitive training philosophies for people of all ages with cognitive, developmental, physical and emotional/behavioral disabilities.    The organization believes sports and recreation provide a physical, mental and social experience that is immeasurable in promoting self-confidence and independence in an individual.

With nearly 400 active volunteer instructors, plus generous partners and sponsors, and an amazing base of clients and friends, Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports has been at the forefront of sports and recreation for those with disabilities in New England for over 30 years. Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. We promote independence and further equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational activities.

The VT 100 is one of Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports biggest fund raisers every year. For more information about Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports: www.vermontadaptive.org.

The Vermont 100 Endurance Race is celebrating its 32nd year!  While the Vermont 100 Endurance Ride is much older, the run portion was started by the same woman, Laura Farrell, who founded Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports. The VT 100 is put on every year by a committee of 30 dedicated volunteers who work year round, 500+ volunteers who come out for race weekend, more than 30 private land owners and many donors of funds, products or services. Monies raised from the event support the year-round programs offered by Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports.

The 100 mile course is a "shamrock" loop, consisting of 70% dirt or jeep roads with the rest on woods trails with just a couple miles of pavement. The course both climbs and descends 17,000 feet. Participants have 30 hours to complete the race and many strive to finish in less than 24 hours. In 2008 we added a 100 K course that uses almost all of the same trail, just cutting out the first of the shamrocks leaves.  The ride event offers a 100 mile course concurrent with the 100 mile run, as well as a 50 mile and 75 mile event that uses much of the same course.

All 100 Mile run participants must have completed a 50 mile race in 12 hours or less to qualify and every runner is required to volunteer for 8 hours at a running event or trail work to enter.

Helping athletes achieve their goals

• Giving Tuesday Match donated $1,086.00 December 4, 2019
• The Fam donated $170.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Continue to do amazing things! We are so proud of your determination, grit and inspiration! Go Vin Go!!"
• Hermione Granger donated $150.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Wingardium Leviosa!!!"
• Kimmy donated $120.00 January 29, 2020 ... "Get it!!"
• Kevin Mulvihill donated $120.00 December 3, 2019
• anonymous donated $120.00 December 3, 2019 ... "So that others may enjoy the sport I love."
• Vin Framularo donated $100.00 November 13, 2019
• anonymous donated $60.00 December 3, 2019
• Diana Prince donated $50.00 December 3, 2019 ... "A true, inspirational super hero!!"
• Chris Balzano donated $50.00 December 3, 2019
• @gewlrybygshop donated $50.00 December 3, 2019 ... "LOVE THE TWINS! YOURE AWESOME BRO!"
• Esben & Family donated $50.00 December 3, 2019 ... "100 miles!! Amazing!!"
• Matt Klein donated $36.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Bring back the stache and kick this race in the face!"
• Elisa C donated $35.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Go Vin!"
• Mariathon :) donated $35.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Proud to know you...keep being AWSM!"
• Diane Hodyl donated $25.00 February 14, 2020
• Julie L donated $25.00 December 3, 2019 ... "such a great cause!!! "
• The Alderdice family donated $25.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Get it Vin!!!! "
• Keith Greene donated $20.00 December 3, 2019
• MIchele O’Neill donated $15.00 February 19, 2020
• Danny donated $15.00 January 25, 2020 ... "Mustache weekend "
• Kevin Higgins donated $15.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Good luck, Vin!"
• Sharon donated $15.00 December 3, 2019
• Kodi Smith donated $15.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Let's pray for cooler weather this year!"
• Mary McCarthy donated $15.00 December 3, 2019 ... "Good luck in the 100 miles!"
• Brian Roccapriore donated $15.00 December 2, 2019 ... "Start out fast, real fast. "
• Rob Gantz donated $15.00 December 2, 2019 ... "Thanks for befriending our family at Harpoon after VT100 2019"