Support our 2026 Aisling Center Team Runners!

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2026 United Airlines NYC Half

Run for a cause!

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2026 United Airlines Half Marathon Runners!

A huge thank you to our fantastic Team AICC runners; Lisa, Bernadette, Ailish, Donal, Ava, Deirdre, Gráinne, Saoirse, Barry, and Aravon, for all of your hard work and dedication over the past few months.

From the miles you ran on the course to the steps taken in your fundraising, every effort you made in support of the Aisling Center goes straight back to the community. We can’t thank you enough and we are so proud of you!

Your support will directly impact social services, youth development, senior support, and cultural enrichment programs. We pride ourselves on being responsive to the diverse needs and cultural interests of our community, offering a variety of programs and classes to enrich lives. Together, we can create positive change and empower our community!

Follow our website and social media for updates on their inspiring training journey and find out how you can get involved in making a difference.

Put on your imaginary running shoes and join the race of giving!

Meet the 2026 Aisling Center Team Runners!

Thank you to our 2026 Aisling Center Team Runners!

Support Deirdre Fell-O’Brien

I am an oncology nurse for the last 30 years and mom to 5 great kids. I started running when I was 38 and absolutely love it. I have run four NYC marathons and a few half marathons. I am so proud to run and represent the Aisling Center. My parents both came here from Ireland and I am very proud of my heritage. The Aisling Center is a vital part of the community. They provide wonderful programs for the seniors of the community. The center is a great resource for all of the community.

Support Lisa Egan

I am a 53 year old dedicated teacher from Yonkers with a passion for learning and community. Outside the classroom, I am an avid bowler and runner who loves spending time with her family. I’m thrilled to be participating in the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half in support of The Aisling Center, an organization that does incredible work for the community. I cherish my connection to Ireland through my mother in law, who hails from Belfast, and values the cultural ties that enrich her life.

Support Donal McGeown

Hi, my name is Donal McGeown, originally from Co. Armagh but living in New York for the past 18 years. I’m very excited to be representing the Aisling Center at the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half, as it is an incredible organization that has such a positive impact on so many lives in our community. From helping new arrivals find employment and accommodation, to organizing senior events and dinners, The Aisling Center goes above and beyond for anyone who needs help. I got into running in earnest during the covid lockdown, having previously ran in a few 5K’s, but slowly stepped it up over the years and completed my first Half in 2024, then running in the Brooklyn Marathon this past year. I am now proud to be running to help raise the profile of The Aisling Center and raise funding for their future.

Support Bernadette Flanagan

My name is Bernadette Flanagan and I’m 34 years old. I’m originally from Pearl River, NY and I now live in Astoria, Queens with my pup, Georgie. I work in Corporate Communications and DEI at Penguin Random House. I love going for long walks in my neighborhood, hiking, seeing movies, thrifting, sewing, and learning new things. My grandparents are from Co. Clare and Co. Tyrone and my parents both play Irish music (+ my mom teaches the fiddle) and have passed it down to my siblings and me 🙂 I’m active in the NYC music community and grew up dancing, too. I’m running for The Aisling Irish Community Center because I believe in all of the amazing work they do to improve the lives of their local seniors, families, and kids. They are also dedicated to providing mental health services which is more important now than ever before. I’m so excited and honored to be part of the AICC team!