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Goal is $5,000
$3,025 donated
Friends—
As I prepare for my 8th Summit of Mt. Washington, hosted by HIKE for Mental Health, I find myself reflecting on just how meaningful this journey has become. What started years ago as a physical challenge has grown into something far deeper—a reminder of resilience, hope, and the power of showing up for ourselves and one another.
Each step up that mountain represents the uphill battles so many face every day with their mental health. It’s humbling, grounding, and energizing all at once. The community that gathers around this hike—people willing to push their limits, share their stories, and support a cause bigger than themselves—continues to inspire me year after year.
I’m grateful to HIKE for Mental Health for creating space where movement meets meaning, and where conversations about mental health are not just encouraged, but celebrated. I’m heading into this summit with gratitude for how far we’ve come, and hope for how much farther we can go together.
Thank you for being part of the encouragement behind my climb. It truly matters.
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.
Want to join a hike yourself? Visit our hike schedule.
Donations
Doug
$10
One step at a time
Carrie Ann
$100
Thank you for all you do Mark to support mental health awareness through your hikes and sharing your story! ✨️
Sandy Barnett
$25
Good luck!
Christie Perez
$250
Anonymous
$25
Michael Nakayama
$100
Kathleen
$25
Thank you for raising money for mental wellness?
August Gauthier
$100
When’s the hike I’ll hike it with you
Anonymous
$25
Ariana Moniz
$25
🙂
Jeff Davis
$50
John Matthews
$500
Tammy Bush
$50
The Tanguays
$20
Billy and Derek Myers
$25
Thank you for all you do!
Michele A Avery
$10
You’ve got this!!!!
Anonymous
$60
From a friend!
Jen S
$25
Jared Stanley
$100
Catherine Carr
$50
Kristina Borzio
$25
Great work Mark! Hiking for a great cause! ☺️
Steve Jordan
$75
Mental Health Matters
Anonymous
$50
Best of luck Mark!
Patrick Arnold
$25
Great cause. Thanks for doing it
Brielle Schmidt
$20.00
Best of luck, Mark!
Jeff Davis
$100
Keep up the great work!!!
Tracy Lamb
$50
Go get’m Mark. This is such a great cause.
Kyle, Vanessa, Brayden and Benson Bush
$50
Good luck, proud of you! 👏
Dad & Mom
$50
We are proud of you!
Laura & Jamey Caldwell
$30.00
Wishing you an awesome hike!
Andrea/Michael Gamsby
$50
🩷
Susan S
$250
Patricia LeBrun
$30.00
Good luck, Mark!
Obaid
$25
Way to go Mark!!!
Andrea
$50
🐐
Amy Tessier
$50
Goooood luck!
Ash, Yeti and Benny
$25
LFG – Appreciate each step you take!!
Mo! Langdon
$50
Banyan – VetHelp
$250
Peter Burke
$50
Thanks for what you are doing , Governor. Good luck.
Peter Burke
NH Sneaker Brigade
$20
Since we don’t have a team there this year, we’ll help membet Mark reach his goal!
Anonymous
$25
Good luck on your hike!
Rob and Alexia Rossi
Jojo
$100
Way to go Mark!!!
