Our first fundraiser!
- downwithrunning
- May 19
- 2 min read
A few weeks have passed since our Down with Running fundraiser, and we’ve finally had a chance to slow down, reflect, and take it all in.
What started as an idea fueled by inclusion, movement, and community turned into something far bigger than we could have imagined. Because of your generosity, encouragement, and willingness to show up, we are incredibly proud to share that we initially raised over $4000 for Down with Running. More tan double our initial goal
That number matters. It will help us continue building opportunities, creating experiences, and expanding access for individuals with special needs and underprivileged backgrounds through movement and community. But if we’re being honest, the most meaningful part of the fundraiser wasn’t the dollar amount.
It was seeing people come together.
It was the conversations.
The smiles.
The families.
The runners.
The businesses that supported us.
The people who donated from far away.
The individuals who shared our mission with others simply because they believed in what we’re building.
Down with Running may have been inspired by our daughter Lilly, but this mission has always been about something bigger: creating a place where everyone belongs, feels supported, and has the opportunity to move forward together.
This fundraiser reminded us that there are a lot of people who believe in that vision too.
To every sponsor, donor, volunteer, participant, and supporter — thank you.
Thank you for believing in inclusion.
Thank you for supporting families.
Thank you for helping us create something meaningful.
Thank you for being part of this growing community.
We are just getting started.
The momentum from this event will help fuel future runs, outreach opportunities, partnerships, gear, events, and continued growth for Down with Running. We’re excited for what’s ahead and even more excited to continue building it alongside all of you.
If you attended the fundraiser, shared a post, donated, volunteered, or simply encouraged us along the way, know this:
You are part of something truly remarkable.
— Down with Running
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