30 November 2025
A huge thank you to our New York Marathon runners!
A huge thank you to our New York Marathon team – Rowan & Jackie Bailey, Alannah Luck, Nick Schapel, and Daniel Moroney.
You trained hard, raised awareness, and inspired us all.
Your incredible effort in raising over $47,000 for the Foundation helps us continue our vital work in preventing and detecting bowel cancer early. When found early, up to 99% of cases can be successfully treated—yet bowel cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia and the leading cancer killer among 25–44-year-olds.
At the Jodi Lee Bowel Cancer Foundation, we’re committed to educating people about the steps they can take to protect themselves:
✔ Be healthy and active
✔ Know your family history
✔ Act early on symptoms
✔ Take the free, simple screening test from age 45
Running the New York City Marathon is a dream for many. This legendary course is more than a test of endurance, it’s a chance to champion a cause that saves lives.
A special thank you to Adventure Time Travel, our travel partner and Anna Liptak for making this incredible experience possible and supporting our runners, and to RunDNA for ensuring our runners were fully geared up and ready to take on the challenge.
Regular exercise is one of the most powerful ways to reduce your risk of bowel cancer. Combine that with screening, awareness, and healthy habits—and you’re giving yourself the best chance to beat this disease.
To Rowan, Jackie, Alannah, Nick, and Daniel: your marathon effort reminds us all that movement matters. Every stride you took helps raise awareness and saves lives.
Let’s keep moving, keep talking, and keep preventing bowel cancer. Because early detection saves lives.
Read more about the team here or donate to their fundraising efforts:
“Nick’s story and JLF is unique and inspiring – helping people take small steps and get active and BEAT bowel cancer resonated with me. Our family has been impacted by bowel cancer and I’m inspired to do something about it. The support we have received is overwhelming and motivating to achieve something we have never done before – running a marathon!”
Rowan Bailey
‘I lost my mum to bowel cancer in 2009 aged 57 years old. How life would be different if she was here today. Four children later and in my 40’s, I’m ready to do something about it. I’m not a regular runner but want to achieve something I’ve never done before and determined to run a marathon.”
Jackie Bailey
“This cause is incredibly close to my heart, both personally and professionally. As a doctor, I understand the critical importance of early intervention, and as the daughter of a colorectal surgeon who has dedicated his life to this field, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of his work on the lives of others.
My dad Andrew, who was honoured with an Order of Australia Medal for his contributions to colorectal surgery, ran the NYC Marathon with the Jodi Lee Foundation in 2013, which inspired me to take up running! Last year, we completed my first marathon together, and now, I’m excited to follow in his footsteps by supporting this amazing organisation.”
Alannah Luck
“This year I’m running the New York Marathon. But I’m running for something far more important than chasing a PB. I’m running in support of the Jodi Lee Foundation.
The Jodi Lee Foundation is dedicated to the early detection and prevention of bowel cancer, one of the most treatable cancers if caught early, but also one of the deadliest if it’s not. Their work saves lives through education, awareness campaigns, and screening initiatives that empower people to take charge of their health.
Every step I take through the streets of New York will be in honor of those who have fought, are fighting, or have lost their lives to bowel cancer. It’s a reminder that we can all do something, no matter how big or small, to make a difference.”
Nick Schapel
“Running the New York Marathon is a dream for many athletes and enthusiasts around the world including myself. This iconic race, winding through the vibrant streets of New York City, offers not just a test of endurance but also an opportunity to support meaningful causes.
This year I will participating in my first New York Marathon supporting the Jodi Lee Foundation who are dedicated to raising awareness about bowel cancer and promoting early detection.
Bowel cancer has touched my family on a personal level, so running for Jodi Lee Foundation adds an extra layer of purpose and meaning. To ensure that society is educated about detecting bowel cancer early and treated effectively.”
Daniel Moroney