<div>The "Why" Behind the Miles
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<div>Every mile we run, every barrier we break, and every effort we push through is built on a purpose. On November 6th 2026 / Friday at 8:00 PM, I am undertaking one of the most mentally and physically demanding endurance tests I’ve ever attempted: The 4x4x48 Challenge.
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<div>I am dedicating all 48 miles of this challenge to raise funds and awareness for families navigating the unimaginable pain of child loss.
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<div>No parent should ever have to walk through the profound heartbreak of losing a child alone.
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<div>Organizations like The Compassionate Friends provide critical, life-changing support—offering peer counseling, crisis intervention, grief support groups, and financial assistance to grieving parents and families when they need it most.
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<div>Every single dollar raised from this campaign will go directly toward supporting these families and ensuring they have the resources, community, and compassionate care necessary to begin healing.
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<div>In loving Memory of Ryker Charles Smith
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<div>-Earn The Horizon
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Laura Yagel

Anonymous

Jeri Lynn Carmickle

Tracey Butler

Shirley Knasel

Kimberly Rosenmayer

Heather House

Paula K

Kendra Braun

Brooke Greenwood

Tanner Marcum

Brad & Jessica Putty

Brianne Adams

Hector Cheves

Rebecca Lewis

Sierra Seay

Barbara Tichenor

Kimberly & Tom Weber

48 Miles. 48 Hours. Supporting Grieving Families.

Just $100$ to go! Make an impact.

48 Miles. 48 Hours. Supporting Grieving Families.

Just $100 to go!
Make an impact.