Help Abbi raise money

“I never have been in despair about the world. I’ve been enraged by it. I don’t think I’m in despair. I can’t afford despair. I can’t tell my nephew, my niece. You can’t tell the children there’s no hope.” — James Baldwin

“Be who you needed when you were younger.” — Ayesha Siddiqi

“The children are always ours, every single one of them, all over the globe; and I am beginning to suspect that whoever is incapable of recognizing this may be incapable of morality.” — James Baldwin

Hello everyone!

I am running the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon in Duluth and raising money to support the Young Athletes Foundation.

YAF’s mission is to build a community where all youth can enjoy healthy, active lifestyles. Every child deserves access to safe, fun, and inclusive physical activity. The Young Athletes Foundation supports children in the Twin Ports by funding local youth organizations, providing free running shoes to kids, hosting 12 annual youth races, and creating opportunities for children of all backgrounds to participate.

As someone who has worked in and studied mental health, I know how critical movement is for emotional wellbeing. Running, jumping, playing, dancing, games, and sports are essential to healthy development and a happy childhood. It’s important that movement and play are accessible and inclusive so all kids have the opportunity to participate.

I’m hoping to raise $500 for YAF before spring. If you’re able, please consider donating or sharing to support youth in the Twin Ports.

I’ll be stepping back from social media for a bit to focus on training, school, and my health, but I wanted to share this before logging off. This is one small way I can contribute to a better future for kids in our community.

Join me in making a difference. Thank you so much for the support. 🩵