NEWS RELEASE
\nSTRONG MINDS
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\nStrong Minds is proud to announce the return of its 9th Annual Run for Change, a community-focused event dedicated to raising awareness and support for mental health initiatives in Sault Ste. Marie.<\/p>\n
Taking place on May 9 at 10:00 am (with the first 1K Kid’s Run at 9:30 am) at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion, Run for Change invites individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in a meaningful day of movement, connection, and community support. Participants can run, walk, or simply attend and donate online at strongminds.co\/run-for-change<\/a><\/p>\n Run for Change reflects Strong Minds\u2019 core belief that movement is medicine, bringing the community together in a shared effort to break stigma and promote mental well-being.<\/p>\n “I started this event shortly after I had graduated and was looking for a way to make a difference in the mental health community. There were no runs promoting mental health and I wanted to change that. Since then, it has become something much larger that we are very proud of,” said Strong Minds CEO Amanda Lambert.<\/p>\n Proceeds from Run for Change go to local mental health initiatives such as the SAH mental health unit, the Canadian Mental Health Association, Sault YMCA, Algoma Family Services and Women in Crisis.<\/p>\n Local businesses and sponsors continue to play a key role in the event\u2019s growth, helping expand its reach and impact each year.<\/p>\n