Why I’m Running 4x4x48 — And Why I Need Your Support Last year, I made a choice to step outside my comfort zone—to take on something that would challenge me physically, mentally, and emotionally. So again this year, I’m running the 4x4x48 Challenge: 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours straight. But this isn’t just about me. I’m running for the First Rate Foundation, an organization that transforms lives through service, mentorship, and opportunity. Their work creates real, lasting impact for individuals and families facing some of life’s toughest battles. If I can push myself to support that kind of mission—I’m all in. Let’s be real: waking up at 2 a.m. to run in freezing cold or pouring rain isn’t easy. Neither is pushing through when your legs are shot and your mind wants out. But that discomfort is nothing compared to what others face daily—fighting addiction, rebuilding after loss, or breaking through generational cycles. That’s what fuels me. And now I’m asking you to be part of this with me. Every dollar you give goes straight to the First Rate Foundation, helping fund critical programs that create real change. Your donation isn’t just money—it’s momentum. It’s hope. It’s action. I’ll run every mile. I’ll show up every 4 hours. But I need your help to make it count. Let’s do something that matters. With gratitude and grit, Gary