A man ran 20.2 miles to raise money for kids who can't afford yearbooks

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A man ran 20.2 miles to raise money for kids who can't afford yearbooks
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An avid marathon runner set out to run 20.20 miles last weekend — but he wasn't aiming for first place or a personal record. Instead, he was raising money to help high school seniors get yearbooks as they face the disruptions of the coronavirus pandemic.

Patrick Rodio, 47, wasn't aiming to set a personal record or come in first place during a race. Instead, he ran to raise money for graduating seniors at Collingswood High School.Specifically for their yearbooks -- which, at $75 per copy, can be pricey for some students.

— Governor Phil Murphy May 4, 2020 The fundraising website will continue until this weekend, Rodio said. Anything extra they raise will be used to give scholarships to students.

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