Every Step Tells a Story

Running Together, Giving Together

The morning air was cool and alive with energy.

Thousands of runners gathered at the Toronto Waterfront — each with a story, a reason, a

heart full of hope.

Among them was our Hand Up Toronto tribe — volunteers, families, and friends who came

together not just to run, but to move with purpose.

This year, our participation in the Toronto Waterfront Marathon wasn’t just about crossing a

finish line — it was about community.

Every stride symbolized something greater: a box of food delivered, a family supported, a

reminder that community is built one act of kindness at a time.

A Race Beyond the Finish Line

We didn’t set out to break records — we set out to make a difference.

As our runners cheered each other on through the final stretch, we could feel it — that

shared heartbeat of hope and humanity.

The marathon reminded us that when people come together, small steps can create big

impact. It wasn’t about how fast we ran, but who we ran for — the families facing food

insecurity across Toronto.

The Tribe That Keeps Giving

When the race ended, our work didn’t stop.

What we carried across that finish line was a renewed sense of connection — proof that

when we show up together, the impact ripples far beyond the track.

To our runners, volunteers, and supporters — thank you for turning miles into meaning.

Your energy helps feed families, fuel dreams, and reminds us that every step counts when

we run as one.

Keep the movement going. Donate today and help us run farther for our community.