A Mile for Mental Health
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location North Ridgeville, Ohio
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for "A Mile for Mental Health" on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in North Ridgeville, Lorain, where community spirit meets a noble cause! This uplifting event invites participants of all ages, along with their furry companions, to walk a mile in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. The event kicks off with check-in and registration at 9:30 AM, followed by opening remarks at 10:00 AM and the official walk starting at 10:15 AM.
This vibrant fundraiser not only raises essential funds for initiatives by Mending Hearts for Mason but also fosters a sense of solidarity and hope within the community. Dress your pups in their spookiest Halloween costumes for a chance to win costume awards, or simply come out and walk for a cause that impacts us all. Enjoy a celebratory atmosphere with snacks, refreshments, and fun activities, including magic shows, tarot readings, and local vendors. Whether you're walking solo or with your family—families of 3-8 can even save on registration fees—your participation helps promote understanding and support for mental health issues. Let's take steps together toward a brighter future!
This vibrant fundraiser not only raises essential funds for initiatives by Mending Hearts for Mason but also fosters a sense of solidarity and hope within the community. Dress your pups in their spookiest Halloween costumes for a chance to win costume awards, or simply come out and walk for a cause that impacts us all. Enjoy a celebratory atmosphere with snacks, refreshments, and fun activities, including magic shows, tarot readings, and local vendors. Whether you're walking solo or with your family—families of 3-8 can even save on registration fees—your participation helps promote understanding and support for mental health issues. Let's take steps together toward a brighter future!
Organiser's Description
One of the keystones of our work at Mending Hearts for Mason is our annual Walk and/or Dog Walk Fundraiser, A Mile for Mental Health. Participants and their dogs come together to walk for a cause. This event serves as a powerful symbol of our communal commitment to understanding and support.
The annual walk not only raises crucial funds for our initiatives but also fosters a sense of community, solidarity, and hope. Each stride taken by our walkers signifies a step forward in the fight against suicide and mental health stigmatization.
A fun time for the whole family AND mans best friend(s). Dogs should dress in their most festive Halloween costume (optional, of course).
No dog? Just come out and walk for the cause!
START TIMES
Check in and registration: 9:30am
Kickoff time/Opening remarks: 10:00am
Walk start time: 10:15am
Walk end time: Approximately 11:30am
. Costume Awards
. Raffle Prizes
Rain or shine!
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration (until Saturday, October 11 at 4:00pm)
1 Mile - $25
Family Rate: Families of 3-8 people living at the same address save $5 per family member!
Walk Day Registration (cash/check or credit card)
1 Mile - $30
THE CAUSE
Mending Hearts for Mason promotes education on suicide prevention and awareness. Named in honor of Mason Shemo, whose life was tragically cut short by suicide, Mending Hearts seeks to honor his memory by providing help and resources to those pursuing a career addressing the challenges of mental health.
Our mission is to end the stigma around mental health issues and suicide, provide critical resources to those in need, and foster a community of understanding and support. We are dedicated to educating society about the gravity of suicide and mental health issues, and the importance of providing accessible mental health care to vulnerable individuals.
Mending Hearts is dedicated not only to raising awareness but also to providing real solutions. We offer an annual scholarship to a student passionate about mental health issues and suicide prevention, helping them further their education and, in turn, their ability to make a difference.
AWARDS
1st and 2nd place costume contest winners
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative walk t-shirt (guaranteed to those registered through September 29)
- Goodie bag
- Snacks and refreshments after the walk
- Raffle prizes - $1 per ticket, 6 for $5
- Lots of cool vendors (support our local vendors; % of proceeds will be given back to Mending Hearts)
- Designer Face Painting and Balloons
- Russ Does Magic - Strolling magician
- Tarot card readings
- You Enjoy My Donuts - Food truck
The annual walk not only raises crucial funds for our initiatives but also fosters a sense of community, solidarity, and hope. Each stride taken by our walkers signifies a step forward in the fight against suicide and mental health stigmatization.
A fun time for the whole family AND mans best friend(s). Dogs should dress in their most festive Halloween costume (optional, of course).
No dog? Just come out and walk for the cause!
START TIMES
Check in and registration: 9:30am
Kickoff time/Opening remarks: 10:00am
Walk start time: 10:15am
Walk end time: Approximately 11:30am
. Costume Awards
. Raffle Prizes
Rain or shine!
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration (until Saturday, October 11 at 4:00pm)
1 Mile - $25
Family Rate: Families of 3-8 people living at the same address save $5 per family member!
Walk Day Registration (cash/check or credit card)
1 Mile - $30
THE CAUSE
Mending Hearts for Mason promotes education on suicide prevention and awareness. Named in honor of Mason Shemo, whose life was tragically cut short by suicide, Mending Hearts seeks to honor his memory by providing help and resources to those pursuing a career addressing the challenges of mental health.
Our mission is to end the stigma around mental health issues and suicide, provide critical resources to those in need, and foster a community of understanding and support. We are dedicated to educating society about the gravity of suicide and mental health issues, and the importance of providing accessible mental health care to vulnerable individuals.
Mending Hearts is dedicated not only to raising awareness but also to providing real solutions. We offer an annual scholarship to a student passionate about mental health issues and suicide prevention, helping them further their education and, in turn, their ability to make a difference.
AWARDS
1st and 2nd place costume contest winners
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative walk t-shirt (guaranteed to those registered through September 29)
- Goodie bag
- Snacks and refreshments after the walk
- Raffle prizes - $1 per ticket, 6 for $5
- Lots of cool vendors (support our local vendors; % of proceeds will be given back to Mending Hearts)
- Designer Face Painting and Balloons
- Russ Does Magic - Strolling magician
- Tarot card readings
- You Enjoy My Donuts - Food truck
Races
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1 Mile Walk and/or Dog Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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