The Route
On Thursday, September 25th, runners will depart from the west side of the state to begin the 437 mile, relay-style journey across the state. Tackling the ever-changing South Dakota weather and terrain, runners will connect with communities as they raise awareness for mental health and funds for the Helpline Center. The team will arrive in Sioux Falls on Sunday, September 28th to a celebratory finish line. The runners of The 437 Project invite everyone to come out to run, support, and encourage them as they pass through communities along the route.
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Hilton Garden Inn
815 E. Mall DriveRapid City, SD 57701
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Join us in Rapid City as we kick off The 437 Project and celebrate the start of an incredible journey! Come cheer on our twelve inspiring runners and connect with The 437 Project team, and hear from special guest Drew Robinson as he shares his powerful story. Bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening filled with community, conversation, beverages, and complimentary bites provided by the Hilton Garden Inn.
Drew Robinson who played professional baseball for parts of twelve seasons, is committed to using his platform to advocate for mental health care and encouraging others to seek support to prevent suicide. His tagline, Strength Isn’t Always Physical, promotes vulnerability as the path to improving our mental health rather than bottling it up or “playing through it,”in baseball terms.
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Drifters Bar & Grille
325 Hustan AveFort Pierre, SD 57532
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Join us in Pierre as The 437 Project team runs through town on their journey across South Dakota! Come cheer on our twelve inspiring runners and connect with The 437 Project team. Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with community, conversation, and delicious bites and beverages from Drifters Bar & Grille. Plus, enjoy a fun raffle and other exciting activities for all ages.
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The World’s Only Corn Palace
604 N Main StMitchell, SD 57301
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Join us in Mitchell as The 437 Project team runs through town on their journey across South Dakota! Come cheer on our twelve inspiring runners and connect with The 437 Project team. Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with community, conversation, yard games, and more.
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Fawick Park
200 S. 2nd Ave.Sioux Falls 57104
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Join us in Sioux Falls as we celebrate the finish of The 437 Project’s incredible journey across South Dakota! Come out to cheer on our twelve incredible runners as they cross the finish line, connect with The 437 Project team, and enjoy an afternoon filled with community, conversation, and delicious bites and beverages from local food trucks. A photo booth will be on-site to capture the fun.
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Meet the Runners
This group of twelve runners is made up of South Dakota community leaders who will stop at nothing to influence and create positive change in The Mount Rushmore State. Tackling the ever-changing South Dakota weather and terrain, runners will connect with communities across the state as they raise funds and awareness for this initiative.
Runner Bios