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Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - NEW YORK CITY

Sun September 29, 2024 Brooklyn, NY 11231 US Directions
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Team Augie Acabou's Angels
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$3,815

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$5,000

"Be Like Awesome Augie"

Family, Friends and Stakeholders, 

This is TEAM AUGIE ACABOU'S ANGELS second year participating in the Tunnel 2 Towers 5K race. Thank you for all your support. 

Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation carries forward a legacy of courage and heroism. Built upon the mantra, “While we have time, LET US DO GOOD,” the Foundation supports our nation’s fallen and catastrophically injured first responders, military heroes and their families. Please help me support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and America's heroes by making a donation through my page. The process is fast, easy and secure. Thank you for your support, and please don't forget to send this page to anyone who may be interested in donating!

About our HERO

Augusto "Augie" Domingos Acabou, 45, perished in the line of duty while fighting a fire on July 5, 2023. Augie was a lifelong resident of Newark, born and raised in the Ironbound section. He graduated from East Side High School in 1996. Augie then found employment with HMH JFK Hospital in 1997, first in the linen department and later transitioning into a security officer position, which he held to date. In 2013, Augie graduated from the Class of 43 as a Newark Firefighter, settling into a position with Engine 16.

Augie found great joy entertaining all around him by singing and playing guitar, playing practical jokes, doing impressions, and basically doing anything that would garnish a laugh and a smile. He was quite athletic, playing high school football with a brief career in boxing. Augie could also be found on the softball field with his hospital’s softball team and with the county league.

He was a simple man raised by a modest Portuguese family with good values. His character, however, was far more complex. Augie has been described as a selfless individual whose voice and smile instantly brought joy to all those around him. Those who knew him would often say he was the real-life Superman, even going as far as tying a cape around his neck while jumping off the balcony as a child, only to find himself flying into everyone's hearts. And that he did. Augie’s humility was evident in his interactions with others. He never sought recognition or praise for his kindness and generosity. His quiet strength and genuine care for others touched the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He inspired you to be a better person.

The bond between Augie and his brothers, Miguel and Joao Acabou, was a source of strength and adoration. They stood by each other through thick and thin, sharing precious moments, laughter, and cherished memories. Augie valued his brothers deeply and treasured the unique connection they had. During their time together, the three brothers created a tapestry of shared experiences, childhood adventures, and grown-up dreams. Their bond was forged not only by blood but by a genuine affection that transcended words.

"Be like Awesome Augie"

Love,

Acabou Family 

Top Donors

$3,815 Raised By 64 Donors

$500 on behalf of Familia Henriques
$100 on behalf of Adelia Pimentel
$100 on behalf of Bruno Alves
$100 on behalf of Clark PBA Local 125 .
$100 on behalf of Ekatherina Cinkovich
$100 on behalf of Elaine Chan
$100 on behalf of Frank Tuccio
$100 on behalf of James Ulrich
$100 on behalf of Jessica martinez
$100 from Anonymous
$100 on behalf of Mark Lopes
$100 on behalf of Miguel Acabou
$100 on behalf of Patrick O'Connor
$100 on behalf of Paul Marques
$100 on behalf of Ricardo Costa
$100 on behalf of Veterans of the Leaf
$75 on behalf of Daniel Keenan
$60 on behalf of Katelyn Antunes
$50 on behalf of Antonio Pasquali
$50 on behalf of Antonio Pasquali
$50 on behalf of Augie Ameruso
$50 on behalf of Caroline Kriak
$50 on behalf of Christopher Tuccio
$50 on behalf of Dustin Parchey
$50 on behalf of Frank Noborine
$50 on behalf of Irapaul turner
$50 on behalf of Janet Tarendash
$50 on behalf of Janet Tarendash
$50 from Anonymous
$50 from Anonymous
$50 on behalf of Kimberly Loschiavo
$50 on behalf of Mark O'Donnell
$50 on behalf of Michele Triano
$50 on behalf of Omar Guzman
$50 on behalf of Richard OConnor
$50 on behalf of Richard OConnor
$50 on behalf of Roger & Maria Rodriguez
$50 on behalf of Rosa Martinez
$50 on behalf of Stephanie Carpenter
$30 on behalf of Marlene Vicente
$25 on behalf of Brian Soos
$25 from Anonymous
$25 on behalf of Charlene Hadley
$25 on behalf of Charlene Hadley
$25 on behalf of Charlene Hadley
$25 on behalf of Colleen Osullivan
$25 on behalf of Colleen Osullivan
$25 on behalf of Donna Cacchione
$25 on behalf of Erica Malhado
$25 on behalf of Gary Braus
$25 on behalf of Giovannina Prisco
$25 from Anonymous
$25 on behalf of Jeffrey Dingle
$25 on behalf of Marykate Glackin
$25 on behalf of Matt Dsurney
$25 on behalf of Matt Dsurney
$25 on behalf of Matthew Desacia
$25 on behalf of Nicole Castellucci
$25 on behalf of Patricia Jesus
$25 on behalf of Patricia Jesus
$25 on behalf of Phillip Johnson
$25 on behalf of Quay Duong
$25 on behalf of Tricia Dsurney
$25 on behalf of Tricia Dsurney

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