Today, there are running and sporting events including marathons, triathlons, and cycling teams that occur across the nation in 70 cities and 35 states. When the family received the news about Ainsley’s terminal condition, running became a therapeutic means to fight their devastation and to enjoy the remaining time they had with their daughter.Īlthough Ainsley passed away in February 2016, she left a legacy.
Kim Rossiter, a retired United States Marine, and his wife Lori.
This would be a way to show our presence in the community.”Īinsley Angels was established in 2011 out of a father’s love for his daughter for whom the organization is named. I was hoping that if we got enough of them we could maybe even have Coast Guard Ainsley Angels races across the country and attend these events together,” said Floyd. “I want more Coast Guard members to find out about the races and to participate in them. Although that was three years ago, it’s something she wants to share with her shipmates, encouraging them to participate. She knew it was a great way to stay in shape but it was so much more-it was a way to represent the Coast Guard while giving back to the community. The first time Petty Officer Third Class Emily Floyd showed up at an Ainsley Angles run prepared to push a child in a wheelchair, she felt emotional.
Coast Guard members share their reasons for participating in Ainsley Angels runs and encourage other members to join them as another way to support the community.
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