Run With Neil

We are excited to continue the partnership with Scappoose High School Cross Country team that put together the first annual Run With Neil Invitational in 2024. Runners from both high schools and middle schools across the state will gather in Scappoose to take part in this exciting event, and we can't wait to cheer them on! Leading up to the invitational, we will host our annual 1k, 3k, and 5k races, which are open to everyone in the community. This is a wonderful chance to get the entire family moving while supporting local youth and the Run With Neil.We are Neil's runners now. He has passed the baton to us, and we are honored to begin the race of ensuring the youth of Scappoose have the resources to improve their physical and mental well-being. Funds raised will go directly to physical and mental health resources for school aged kids and to continue the Run With Neil Scholarship. Some of the ways we help are creating mentorships between youth of various ages, sponsorship of athletes to participate in camps aimed at improving physical and mental health and overcoming financial barriers to provide athletes with equipment to participate. After the event, stay and watch local youth compete, enjoy food, explore booths from local vendors, and take part in free activities for both kids and adults.

October 4th will be a day filled with fun, fitness, and a strong sense of community! We are eagerly looking forward to seeing everyone there! 💜🦬

Run With Neil is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to breaking down barriers, providing youth with resources for mental and physical well-being as well as a place where young people have improved access to opportunities that promote their holistic well-being. Working alongside athletes to ensure they have the resources and skills to be their best selves.

Run With Neil 2025 will be Saturday, October 4, at Scappoose High School. Check out the link below for more information-we will see you there!

https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/Scappoose/RunWithNeil

http://www.runwithneil.org/

33700 SE High School Way, Scappoose, OR 97056

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Mental Health:

Helping to ease the stigma surrounding mental health with local youth. As well as creating a supportive environment to encourage whole body wellness.

Physical Health:

Promoting physical wellness of the youth in our community.

Mentorships:

Developing relationships between youth of various ages to provide support for athletes.

Financial Support:

Supporting athletes through scholarships for sports registration fees and equipment needed to compete.

Neil was a bright young man who was passionate about running, photography and helping others. He dreamed of making his hometown, Scappoose Oregon, a go-to location for track athletes while increasing community accessibility to the sport and the track. Tragically, he lost his life in October 2020.

Run With Neil was founded to carry on the legacy of a young man who was kind, thoughtful and a well respected friend to all. A group of dedicated community members have joined with Neil’s family to make Neil’s dream of a higher quality track program a reality. In addition, this group is committed to providing resources to create mentorship programs, partnering with groups who provide mental health resources, and removing financial barriers for athletes who may otherwise be unable to participate. Our youth will be able to access high-quality athletic amenities that are safe, inclusive and desirable.

Neil found great joy and peace while running. This is something he desired for others as well. He showed his generosity by being the first to offer help, and the last to leave at the end of a meet.

Run With Neil is for all of the Neils out there. The passionate, quiet ones who dream big and long for a place where people of all ages and backgrounds can gather and be accepted.

We carry the torch on for you, Neil.

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