Run for Hope

Host a Game. Start the Conversation.

Lace up and join us for Run for Hope, a powerful track & field event supporting youth mental health through sport. In partnership with Sophie’s Squad, this event brings athletes, families, and the community together to raise awareness, spark conversation, and remind every young person: you are never alone.

Join us on the track as we run with purpose, hope, and heart.

Interested in Hosting a Game?

If your team would like to host a game – let’s get to know each other!

Run for Hope is a great way to bring awareness to mental health, as well as raise funds for amazing causes. Please reach out if you are interested in hosting an event!

Example of Past Events
#RunForHope

Gavin Buersken
UMD Alumni

Sophie’s Squad has helped me realize that running is not just exercise for the body but also therapy for the mind. Every mile I run allows me to clear my head, release stress, and find balance. It’s a reminder that taking care of my mental health is just as important as my physical health, and that small steps forward—both on the track and in life—can make a big difference.