Finishers Challenge

Heather Forchilli – Finishers Challenge 2025

My “why” for this challenge is simple yet powerful: I believe in the mission of Why Me, an organization that provides essential support to children with cancer and their families. This event is more than just a physical challenge, it’s a way to honor their strength and resilience. I’m inspired by the stories I’ve heard and the families I’ve met through Why Me, and I want to give back by pushing my own limits to make a difference. Every step of this journey, no matter how grueling, is fueled by a desire to bring hope and resources to those who need it most. Together, we can make an impact.

The Challenge:
July 17-20, 2025 | Special Anniversary Challenge – Previous finishers of the 100 Mile Ruck March Challenge will take part in this military-inspired event where they will ruck (hike) an UNDISCLOSED number of miles over 4 days—camping out each night on the farm of a local brewery and continue on at sunrise each morning. Athletes will carry everything they need for this 4-day event on their backs, navigate the course and its obstacles, cook their meals, set up and break down their camps each night, and tend to their feet and bodies. An undisclosed amount of miles and additional obstacles along the way will make this challenge more grueling than it ever has been, but watching a child fight cancer is even worse.

100% of the proceeds go to Why Me & Sherry’s House a grass roots non-profit organization dedicated to providing love and support services to families with childhood cancer. It’s run in part by parents that lived this experience first-hand, the dedicated staff and volunteers understand what families with a pediatric cancer patient need and are passionate about services provided.