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Fairmount Park Conservancy's team of Park Champions

Sun May 4, 2025 Philadelphia, PA 19141 US Directions
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David Appelson aka Butterchops
From 305lbs to 10 miles—for Philly’s Parks

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$136

Raised of $475

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$475

Why I Run for Philly’s Parks

I used to weigh 305 pounds. Today, I’m running Broad Street with over 100 pounds lost—and every step is a celebration of growth, grit, and giving back.

Fairmount Park Conservancy has helped turn Philly’s parks into a sanctuary—for wellness, movement, and connection. As someone who rebuilt his life through fitness, I know how life-changing it is to have free, accessible spaces to move your body and clear your mind.


That’s why I’m proud to run as a Park Champion, supporting the Conservancy’s mission to steward and activate more than 2,000 acres of Philadelphia’s public parkland.


I run for movement.

I run for mental health.

I run for the kid who’s scared to start, and the adult who finally does.

I run for parks that change lives—like they changed mine.

Help me raise $475 to keep Philly’s parks vibrant and accessible for all.

Let’s get better—together.

• Butterchops

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Top Donors

$136 Raised By 6 Donors

$50 from Anonymous
$30 on behalf of Amy Fernandes-Major
$25 on behalf of Katrina Dempsey
$11 on behalf of Kaitlin Atkins
$10 on behalf of Kristina Zavala
$10 on behalf of Tiffany Breslin

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