Fitness-Themed Fundraiser for Marathon Bombing Victims a Success

An exercise-themed fundraiser to help support four people injured in the Boston Marathon bombings and their families was a big success.

Last Saturday Today's Fitness Center held a fundraising fitness classes for the families of Marc Fucarile, Jacqui Webb, JP Norden and Paul Norden, who were injured in the bombings. The fundraiser workout was open to all people, members and non-members alike.

Tayla Shaheen of Today's Fitness Center said the event had a good turnout.

"The event was a huge success," she said. "Over 40 members and nonmembers came, including men and women of all ages, and we raised $900 as of now, with more money still coming in. Everyone really enjoyed the event!"

Want to help? A charity account has also been set up at TD Bank specifically for Marc, JP and Paul. You can call, mail, or drop off a donation at any location. The name on the account is Marc, JP, and Paul Marathon Victim Fund. The account number is 8371871647 and donations can be mailed to TD Bank 280 Montvale Ave. Woburn MA 01801.

Today's Fitness Center also has a donation box set up.