Jackson R.: 24 miles in 24 hours

October 19, 2022 00:13:41
Jackson R.: 24 miles in 24 hours
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Jackson R.: 24 miles in 24 hours

Oct 19 2022 | 00:13:41

/

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) https://www.hungerfightersoregon.org/
and
Respond to Racism https://www.respondtoracism.org/
a neighborhood effort to interrupt racism through dialogue, learning, and action.

Jackson's Go Fund Me Page https://www.gofundme.com/f/7p2qu-24-miles-in-24-hours-food-insecurity-fundraiser

Other Episodes

Episode 40

June 04, 2025 00:20:07
Episode Cover

Dylan Z.: Computers4People

Our Season Three Finale! I have interviewed more than 50 amazing young people this season, and we've covered a wide range of topics. I've...

Listen

Episode

May 24, 2023 00:15:23
Episode Cover

Chase H.: EcoBrothers and Read.Repeat

Chase H. and his brother were pre-teens hanging out at their Mom's office when they stumbled upon boxes of children's books that were going...

Listen

Episode 8

October 23, 2024 00:16:52
Episode Cover

Nadia and Rhea: Safe & Aware

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so this episode is especially important and powerful. Childhood friends Nadia and Rhea from the Chicago area have...

Listen