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MEET PEYTON SMITH

Peyton Smith was born in 2002 to Dani and Matt Smith and grew up as the son of U.S. Air Force officers, making friends around the world. A 2020 graduate of Montpelier Senior High School and student at Saint Michael’s College, he earned the Eagle Scout Award, loved sports, and had a passion for sneaker culture that led to a Make-A-Wish collaboration with Nike designers.

His memory will forever be celebrated by his mom and dad, his brother Keegan, and their beloved Labrador Benny. He will also forever be in the hearts and minds of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, his Air Force family, and the countless friends he made along the way.

OUR CAUSE

AirPeyton brings people together each September during Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month to celebrate Peyton’s life and raise funds for research. In just a few years, the event has raised over $100,000 in support of Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, helping give children battling cancer a second chance at life. Our mission is to keep Peyton’s memory alive, bring hope to families, and extend the impact of this event from our Vermont community to people across the country and the world.

We do what we do so loved ones like Peyton and children like him can not just survive, but thrive and go on to live long, healthy lives as adults.

April for airpeyton

CRUSHING CANCER COURAGEOUSLY

The April campaign aims to expand awareness of AirPeyton’s mission, strengthen community engagement, and grow our supporter base through meaningful and impactful initiatives. Centered around our motto, Crushing Cancer Courageously, this month-long effort will highlight key activities including the upcoming 6th Annual AirPeyton Event, the Yard Sale fundraiser, and collaborative efforts with sponsors and nonprofit partners.

April holds special significance as we honor Peyton’s birthday on April 8, making this campaign not only a time of action, but also a celebration of purpose, resilience, and community.

WEEK 1 (APRIL 1-12) Show us your favorite kicks!

Show us your favorite kicks and step into the fight with us as we kick off April with energy and purpose under our motto Crushing Cancer Courageously.

In celebration of Peyton’s birthday on April 8, every post, like, share, and follow throughout the week counts as an entry for a chance to win a $50 Nike gift card.

Let’s have some fun, build momentum, and honor the strength behind this mission one step at a time. Winner will be announced on April 13.

WEEK 2 (APRIL 13-19) Share a photo and a story that means something to you.

hare a photo and a story that means something to you. Post your favorite Peyton memory or a moment honoring a loved one who has been affected by cancer.

Every post, like, share, and follow throughout the week counts as an entry for a chance to win a $40 Amazon gift card. Winner will be announced on April 20.

daddy, keegan, peyton and momma before red sox parade (1)

WEEK 3 (APRIL 20-26) Grab your favorite food and join the fun!

Grab your favorite food and join the fun. Whether it’s sushi, cheesecake, or your go to comfort meal, show us how you crush it and tag @AirPeyton.

Let’s keep Crushing Cancer Courageously by sharing moments of joy, connection, and the simple things that bring us together.

Every post, like, share, and follow throughout the week counts as an entry for a chance to win a swag bag featuring a Full Send T-shirt, AirPeyton water bottle, and a collection of Peyton’s favorite snacks and stickers. Winner will be announced on April 27.

WEEK 4 (APRIL 27-30) Rep your favorite jersey and show your team spirit!

Rep your favorite jersey and show your team spirit. Snap a photo and tag @AirPeyton as we finish the month strong.

Let’s continue Crushing Cancer Courageously by coming together, having fun, and showing what we stand for.

Every post, like, share, and follow throughout the entire month counts as an entry for a chance to win. Prizes include a Norwich Hockey jersey, Paul Pierce Celtics jersey, Penny Hardaway Magic jersey, and a New England Patriots #39 jersey. Winners will be announced on May 1.

The 6th Annual AirPeyton Memorial 5k Walk/Run for Pediatric Cancer will be held Sunday, September 13th, 2026, at Montpelier High School (MHS) starting at 11 a.m. All money raised will go to ALEX’S LEMONADE STAND FOUNDATION to support Pediatric Cancer research. Participation is both IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL!

This year, in addition to our spectacular RAFFLE with AMAZING PRIZES, we will also have: Bounce Houses, Lawn Games, Face Painting, and epic FOOD TRUCKS! And of course…. LEMONADE!

This in-person & virtual walk/run, honoring Peyton, has inspired the local community along with friends and family to contribute in numerous ways. When the 5th Annual event concluded, over **$49,000** had been raised for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation! This year, the event looks to increase its partnership with schools throughout the country along with a continued partnership with Norwich University.

This event is being held both in person and virtually wherever you may be in the world. In person registration is at 10:00 AM with a start time on Sunday, 9/13, of 11:00 AM at Montpelier High School!

THE ANNUAL

AIRPEYTON

Memorial Walk/Run for Pediatric Cancer Research

This yearly event held in Montpelier brings the community together through numerous donations by families, individuals, and businesses. In 2025 this incredible event raised over $5,000 with all proceeds going to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation enabling critical pediatric research to occur across the country.