By Hanna Embry
Break the silence against domestic violence does a lot of fundraising, and Run4Her is one of our biggest events. This not only helps survivors of domestic violence, but it also makes our outreach programs reach so much further.
So, what is Run4Her? Why does it matter? Who does it help?
Run4Her is a Fundraising Challenge
Fundraising all year round isn’t easy. Run4Her is not only a chance for us to raise money for survivors, but also for those trying to find their way out of domestic violence and into freedom.
Run4Her is a month-long challenge where we encourage participants to move their bodies and grow in their minds and spirits.
This fundraising challenge began from grief. With families torn apart by domestic violence. With broken hearts and lives changed forever.
Survivors and families of those lost to DV came together to both mourn and to make change happen from their pain.
What are the Different Elements of Run4Her?
Let’s break down the three major elements of the Run4Her fundraiser.
Part One: Let’s Get Physical!
Walking, or running a mile a day, or even just moving your body in some way, is a part of the physical challenge. For 31 days, we actively participate in taking time out of our days to move our bodies. We make this commitment to take the time to reflect while we walk and run. (Or do yoga, biking, etc.)
We can think about those who have passed, the struggles we ourselves have overcome, as well as those still fighting to be free of domestic violence.
Part Two: Mental Reflection and Meditation
Each person who signs up for Run4Her will be encouraged to journal each day. Not only can you reflect and meditate over those affected by DV, but journaling about those reflections is key. If you purchase a bundle via our Run4Her challenge site, you will receive a journal in your kit!
Journaling can not only help you sort through your thoughts and feelings, but it can also lead you to new paths.
Do you want to give back to the community more? Do you think you can use your healing journey to impact others? Journaling can help you sort through all of those questions and so much more.
Part Three: Fundraising
The biggest motivation for doing Run4Her is to raise money to help bring an end to domestic violence. Not only can your dedication for a month bring in money, but it can literally change lives.
Our programs not only help survivors find resources, but you can also help those affected by DV receive scholarships via our Run4Her program. The scholarships are sent out to applicants in August at the end of the event.
The funds also go towards our yearly operations. Every penny is used towards survivor toolkits, towards our help line, towards our survivor sisters’ retreats, and so much more! Towards making a difference in the lives of survivors.
Every day you participate, text a friend, and ask them to donate. Every time you walk a mile, call your neighbor, ask them to join you in fighting for a good cause. Make every moment of the challenge count.
We Run4Her and Her and Her
When it comes to fundraising, it’s always good to have motivation. If you need any more motivation other than stopping more people from suffering from domestic violence, please visit our Halo Memorials page. Each and every one of these beautiful souls has been lost to domestic violence.
Run for them.
Meditate and reflect for them.
Donate for them.
Check These Resources:
- Therapeutic Interventions for Healing From Domestic Violence
- The Hidden Impact of Teen Dating Violence
- Find Support with BTSADV
Support Line
Other Resources and Information:
