Encore Episode - Jackson R: 24 Miles in 24 Hours

March 29, 2023 00:13:57
Encore Episode - Jackson R: 24 Miles in 24 Hours
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Encore Episode - Jackson R: 24 Miles in 24 Hours

Mar 29 2023 | 00:13:57

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Hosted By

Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

In this episode, we hear from Jackson, a 17-year-old from Lake Oswego, Oregon whose passion for running inspired him to start a 24 miles in 24 hours challenge. He uses this effort as a fundraiser, and over the last three summers, he has raised over $12,000 for two local nonprofits.

Jackson has raised money for Hunger Fighters (a local food pantry that was started by a teenager) 
and
Respond to Racism - a neighborhood effort to interrupt racism through dialogue, learning, and action.

Jackson's Go Fund Me Page 

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