Run for Wendy. Run for Legacy.
This fall, Carlos Espejo, one of our dedicated runners, will be carrying Wendy’s spirit across the finish line at the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon in Minnesota.
This fall, Carlos Espejo, one of our dedicated runners, will be carrying Wendy’s spirit across the finish line at the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon in Minnesota. But this journey is about more than 26.2 miles—it’s about continuing Wendy Martinez’s legacy of courage, community, and compassion.
To make this possible, we need your support. Our goal is to raise $5,000 to fuel Carlos’s path and power the programs of the Wendy Martinez Legacy Project, which champion runner safety, women in entrepreneurship and technology, and building stronger communities.
Every step Carlos takes on race day represents Wendy’s vision of living boldly and giving back. With your help, this run will not only honor her memory but also expand the impact of her legacy.
Donate today and be part of Wendy’s marathon of hope: Support the Legacy Project
Learn more about the race here: Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend
Together, let’s cross this finish line—for Wendy, for Carlos, for runners everywhere, and for the future she believed in.
About Carlos Espejo
“ I’ve always been more of a sprinter—I hated long runs. But over the past five years, I’ve slowly shifted from sprints to steady jogs. With a marriage and four kids, I’ve come to appreciate slowing down and enjoying the moment. One way I’ve found that peace is by running along the Mississippi River. There’s something magical about the experience. Almost by accident, I realized my runs were getting longer and longer. I didn’t mind the view, the atmosphere, and the time to think about life.
Eventually, running around my neighborhood every day became part of who I was, and before I knew it, I had been labeled a “runner.” This year, I decided it was time to cross a big item off my bucket list: running a marathon.
I’m honored to celebrate the memory of my stepsister, Wendy, at the Twin Cities Marathon. She was a special person who loved running. Beyond being a runner, she was a wonderful person whose life was tragically cut short. We celebrate her in many ways, and running is one of the most meaningful.”
