Long Trail, Longer Impact

In two weeks, I’m setting off solo to complete all 272 miles of Vermont’s Long Trail! 

I want these miles to add up to more, so I’m inviting you to turn this hike into real-world impact with GiveDirectly, a nonprofit that puts cash directly in the hands of families through transparent, proven programs.

I’ve followed GiveDirectly for years and seen its impact grow. I’m spotlighting Uganda, where my family has a personal connection. Since 2013, GiveDirectly has partnered with the Ugandan government to deliver $72M+ in direct cash transfers to more than 119,000 people.

When you give through GiveDirectly, you're not funding overhead or someone else's idea of help. You're trusting families to know exactly what they need. Donors like you have delivered life-changing impact by funding everything from school fees to small businesses to medical care.

Here’s how you can join me:

• I’ll match 20% of every donation (10% to GiveDirectly & 10% to Vermont’s Green Mountain Club - stewards of the Long Trail)
• You’ll get a personal voice memo from the trail.
• Make me shiver for a good cause 🥶 For every $10 donated, I’ll add 3 seconds to my post-hike cold plunge!

Step by step, mile by mile, your generosity carries the impact further than I ever could alone. I start hiking Sep 17th. See you on the trail ❤️