Marathon Raising Funds for Team Heather

MIDDLEBURGH — Marathon For A Better Life is a not for profit that was started in 1996 to support cancer patients in Schoharie County.   Team Heather was formed in 2011 by Marie Campbell after her daughter, Heather Campbell Lawyer, lost her battle with cancer and is sponsored by Barber's Farms in Middleburgh where Heather was a long time employee.  Friends and family joined the team and came together to raise funds and walk in the annual event in Heather's memory.  In 2015 Marie lost her battle with cancer, but that did not stop the team from continuing on.  While some team members have gone and new ones have joined, we still continue to work hard each year in memory of both Heather and Marie to support this great cause.  

We are currently raising funds for the Marathon that will be held June 13, 2026.  The fundraisers we have planned - 

T-Shirt and Sweatshirt sale 

Through August 22nd we are taking orders for t shirts and sweatshirts.  There are 3 cancer related designs in 2 colors each to choose from. 

Compete for a Cause

New this year we are putting together a competition to be held at Timothy Murphy Park in Middleburgh.  The competition is designed for teams of 4 to come together and compete in 4 individual events and then a team relay event, but we also have an individual division for people that wish to compete individually.  

The events include Axe throwing, Bean Bag Toss, Balance Beam Walk, and more.  

We will have music and a food truck so even if you don't want to compete, come and cheer on a team and join us for a day of fun

September 20th ; sign in at 10:30 competition starts at 11 

Pre registration is required to compete 

Boxwood Tree Making

For the 6th year we will be hosting a boxwood tree making event on December 7th.  This event is led by an instructor and with her guidance you will make a beautiful holiday tree out of boxwood.   It is a day of light snacks, conversation, and friendship that has become a tradition for many, but we always have room for new faces to join us.   

Bowl A Thon

For February 2026 we are planning our annual Bowl A Thon. 

We work with Middleburgh Lanes and they continue to be a big supporter and gracious host for our Bowl A Thon  

We bowl 3 games, have some prize give aways, and a lot of laughs

Raffle 

Each spring we hold a raffle with the drawing being held at the Marathon.  What we are raffling this year is still in process but you will surely see us around with tickets as the event gets closer 

We always have ideas floating in our heads, so you never know what other fundraising events you may see from us.  You can follow us on our Facebook page Marathon For A Better Life - Team Heather to stay up to date.  Want more information, but don't do Facebook, you can email rosefamily@midtel.net or Chichester 443@gmail.com and we will provide answers to any questions you have.   

For more information on the Marathon itself or if you are fighting cancer in Schoharie County and need assistance you can go to www.marathonforabetterlife.org 

Huge thanks to the community for their support not only for our team but every fundraising effort throughout the county supporting this great cause!