About the Cause
Walk In My Shoes is more than a race — it is a community movement to raise awareness about children’s mental health and connect families with resources that support emotional wellness, resilience, and healing.
Hosted by Change Me Foundation Inc., the Walk In My Shoes Children’s Mental Health Awareness 5K & Community Resource Fair brings together families, educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders across Broward County to promote understanding and support for youth mental health.
Every step taken during this event represents a commitment to breaking stigma and strengthening families.
Why Children’s Mental Health Matters
Children across our communities are experiencing increasing challenges related to emotional and behavioral health. Many families struggle to find accessible resources, culturally responsive care, and supportive services for their children.
Mental health awareness helps families recognize the signs of distress early and seek the support they need.
Walk In My Shoes was created to bring awareness to these challenges and to ensure that families know they are not alone.
By bringing together community partners, service providers, and local organizations, this event helps connect families to valuable resources and support networks.
Families Served
Change Me Foundation supports over 175 families annually through youth mentoring initiatives, workshops, and case management services.
Community Partners
Each year the event brings together 30–60 community resource providers offering mental health information, youth services, and family support resources.
More than 600 community members participate in Walk In My Shoes each year, helping raise awareness and reduce stigma around children’s mental health.
Programs Supported by Walk In My Shoes
Funds raised from the Walk In My Shoes event support several community initiatives led by Change Me Foundation, including:
• Youth mentoring programs
• Mental health workshops and support groups
• Case management and resource navigation
• Community outreach and awareness campaigns
• Family engagement and support services
These programs help ensure that youth and families in Broward County have access to the tools and support needed to thrive.
How You Can Help
There are many ways to support the Walk In My Shoes mission:
✔ Register to walk or run
✔ Create or join a fundraising team
✔ Volunteer on race day
✔ Become a sponsor or community partner
✔ Make a donation to support youth programs
Together, we can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and strengthen families throughout our community.
