SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – In November, a South Tahoe man will lace up his shoes and join thousands of other runners embarking on the streets of New York City in the TCS New York City Marathon.

You may see Andrew Homan training on the Powerline Trail, along the bike paths around town and at the new rec center.

The 62-year-old, who lives and trains in South Lake Tahoe, qualified for the New York marathon by running three hours and 11 minutes in the Sacramento California International Marathon.

“As a runner, the New York Marathon has been on my bucket list for a long time,” he said, “and I can’t wait to join 60,000 people in November running through all five boroughs of the city!”

In addition to checking it off his bucket list, his participation in the marathon raises funds for an organization that helps children battle cancer in sub-Saharan Africa.

Shoe4Africa’s mission is to build the very first children’s cancer hospital in sub-Saharan Africa, providing much-needed access to treatment.

In training for the marathon, Homan makes monthly mileage goals. This month, he plans to run 140 miles and by October, increase that to 240 miles.

He says encouragement from his wife, family and friends, as well as coworkers at Barton, keeps him running.

Last year, Homan started assisting with the cross-country and track teams at George Whittell High School.

“That has helped remind me of my own youthful exuberance,” he says.

To donate to his fundraiser, visit fundraisers.nyrr.org/andrew-homan