Mission and Vision Statements

In addition to providing financial support via micro-grants to nonprofits, Hope So Bright organizes special outreach events, fundraisers and educational programs to raise awareness for ADHD and autism. Linda Sanders, an elite athlete, participates in marathons and ultra marathons all over the world throughout the year to raise awareness about children with learning challenges. When she is unable to attend one of these events, she sponsors renowned athletes to run on her behalf. Hope So Bright’s TEAM IRUN4ULTRA raises worldwide awareness about her nonprofit we well as ADHD and autism.

An ultra marathon, also called ultra distance, is any footrace longer than the traditional marathon length of 42+ kilometers or 26+ miles. Endurance sports (such as swimming, wrestling, weightlifting, cycling, cross-country skiing, running and race walking) are undertaken by individual athletes (not teams). During the sport, key muscles are exercised at submaximal intensity for prolonged periods of time. Ultra marathon running, in particular, beautifully represents that success or winning is possible with dedication and perseverance. Hope So Bright, as a supporter of endurance sports, uses the analogy of a marathon runner’s often excruciating experience, to showcase the daily struggle of a learning impaired child and his/her family.