Maddi Heitkamp’s hikeOctober
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Goal: $150.00
$150.00 donated
Goal: 20.0 miles
25.2 miles completed
As a graduate student, hiking is my choice of exercise, one of my fave stress relievers, and often helps me think through ideas within my research. As a young scientist, I am passionate about funding scientific research to improve understanding of mental health conditions, improve outcomes for individuals who struggle with their mental health, and de-stigmatize conversations surrounding mental health. I’m doing hikeOctober to promote healthy habits in my day-to-day life and to raise money and awareness for mental health! I also love fall and am excited to see the foliage 🙂
1 in 4 families is affected by mental illness.
HIKE for Mental Health is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded on the vision of a world in which everyone, including those who suffer mental illness, can find the simple joy of living.
Our mission is to alleviate the suffering of those afflicted by mental illness, eliminate the associated stigma, and foster responsible use of wilderness trails.
As an all-volunteer organization, we distribute 100% of contributions raised by our hikes.
- 80% funds scientific research to understand and treat mental illness
- 20% conserves national wilderness trails
Your donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the IRS. Thank you for your support.
To learn more, visit hikeformentalhealth.org.
To join a hike click here.
Always happy to support a fellow Ithaca hiker! (I’m assuming you are in the area based the background of your photo). You can follow my journey on Instagram @Sirius_Hikes