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Penny Marathon set to take off

The Greek Australian sisters who organised the Penny Marathon - in support of the stray animals of Greece and Australia - are overwhelmed with the support they have received

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Penny Marathon set to take off

Sisters Despina and Eleftheria Prodromou.

22 Jun 2012

The Greek Australian sisters who organised the Penny Marathon - in support of the stray animals of Greece and Australia - are overwhelmed with the support they have received leading up to the marathon on 16 July.
The sisters Eleftheria and Despina Prodromou will run 15,000 kilometres from Marathon to Athens on the 16 July, to raise money and awareness for stray animals in both Greece and Australia.
The Penny Marathon 2012, as named by the sisters after the stray dog Penny who captured their hearts, will take place during one of the hottest days of Greek summer, which demonstrates the determination of the girls to help our less fortunate furry friends.
"This marathon is a bold choice for us, but we had to be bold to get the message across," said the girls of the marathon.
"Beyond the animals themselves and all the heinous things that humans put them through, this marathon is an acknowledgment of the special volunteers that move heaven and earth to help. We take our hats off to you."
The sisters will not be alone, as they will be joined by numerous other volunteers.
"This is something that we could have never imagined, Eleftheria said.
"We are so encouraged to find others who are supporting us... and will even take some time off from work, wake at 3:00 am and start running or cycling for the next six hours during temperatures that could reach up to 40 degrees!"
Their fundraising efforts are continuing until the day of the marathon, with so far almost half of their $5000 goal being pledged. Donations can be made www.everydayhero.com.au/penny_marathon_2012.

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