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Join the Annual Challenge

A five-month initiative that invites individuals and teams to walk, run, cycle, or move a total of 500 miles, promoting physical activity, sparking conversations about mental health, and raising funds to support mental well-being initiatives.

Host Your Own Event

500 Miles for Mental Health event invites schools, communities, or groups to host a single day gathering where participants collectively walk, run, cycle, or move a total of 500 miles (collectively), raising awareness and funds for mental health while fostering connection and well-being.

Attend an Upcoming Event

You can attend a 500 Miles for Mental Health event by joining one of the many gatherings hosted by schools, communities, or organizations. These events offer a variety of ways to participate, all designed to promote mental health awareness, encourage community connection, and raise funds for mental health.

500 Mile Challenge

Join the Annual Challenge (June to October)

The 500 Mile Challenge by 500 Miles for Mental Health is a mental health awareness initiative that encourages participants to walk, run, cycle, or move a total of 500 miles over the course of five months. The challenge aims to:

  • Promote mental well-being through regular physical activity.
  • Encourage open conversations about mental health.
  • Raise awareness and funds to support mental health initiatives.

Participants can take part individually or as part of a team, logging their miles in any way that suits them — whether it’s through daily walks, weekend hikes, bike rides, or other physical movement.

The idea behind the challenge is that moving your body regularly not only improves physical health, but also has powerful effects on mental resilience, mood, and overall well-being. It’s not a race — it’s about consistency, community, and compassion.

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Register

Register by June 1st as an individual or as a team.

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Move + Track

Run, paddle, cycle, hike, walk (anything you can measure) and log your miles on this website.

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Celebrate

Complete 500 miles by October 31.

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Host Your Own Event

Host your own 500 Miles for Mental Health by inviting others to promote mental wellness, community, and awareness through physical activity.

Upcoming Events

Attend An Upcoming Event