MAKING STRIDES
Annual fundraiser & Awareness event
Bringing Urban Resources to Rural Communities
Did you know? The rate of suicide among rural youth age 15-19 is 54% higher that of their urban counterparts and increased 74% over the past 12 years. Source: Rural Health Info
The Grace Loncar Foundation established Making Strides for Mental Health to bridge the gap between rural needs and urban resources. Our goal is to produce a first class event for competitors in the barrel racing industry while encouraging conversations about mental health and educating competitors and guests about the importance of caring for not only their bodies but also their minds and emotions.
Our goal is to produce a first class event for competitors in the barrel racing industry while encouraging conversations about mental health, raising funds for the GLF Care Fund, and educating competitors and guests about the importance of caring for not only their bodies but also their minds.
Making Strides for Mental Health 2024
was a huge success thanks to our sponsors, competitors, and spectators!
Congratulations to our winner Ashley Sanders riding Dialin Famous Moves!
