Think about some of the most challenging barriers that you face on an everyday basis. Now think about the demands of running 26.2 miles. After training with the Marathon Team, I now look at my challenges and dreams in a new way; nothing seems quite so impossible. The Dreamfar program is in some ways a metaphor for how to be successful in life- when faced with a challenge, break it down into smaller steps. Keep at it and nothing can stop you! We didn't just run a mile one week and lace up for the marathon the next. The Marathon Team showed me that putting time, effort, and heart into a goal will help you achieve anything; impossible is nothing.

Samantha

(2010 Cox Providence Marathon)

Dreamfar made me more comfortable with adults. It enabled me to talk to them as adults instead of trying to talk to them as a teenager; I saw them as my age or just saw them as people.”

Student, Age 17

(2009, 2010 Providence Marathon)

I saw students who were completely withdrawn come of their shells and make social contacts and relationships that they never would have before. And they were more open-minded to different peer groups. I saw kids doing better in school, coming to school more often because they wanted to be part of the team, they wanted to run.

School Leader

2009-2011

I had one mentor and she was the best, and I talked with her. I basically told her my life story and she helped me through a lot of things that I had been going through that year.

A Dreamfar alumni

Describing his mentor

The marathon changed me, I no longer say 'I could never do that', because I can do anything, overweight or under weight, any goal can be reached. I accomplished more than any person could imagine <3.

Student, Age 18

(2010 Providence Marathon)

Dreamfar to me has been a life changing experience. I learned more about myself in 6 months of training then I did in my 4 years of high school. I found confidence in the way I look and feel for the first time in my life. I saw how it felt to push yourself to the max. I also now know what it feels like to really accomplish something that you worked so hard for. Thanks to Dreamfar I finally am happy with where I am in life. Dreamfar High School Marathon team changes you, for the better.

Student, Age 17

(2010 Providence Marathon)

I've seen my child blossom in body and spirit through the Dreamfar program. The leadership, camaraderie and overall program were excellent.

Parent

2010 season

The marathon changed me, I no longer say 'I could never do that', because I can do anything, overweight or under weight, any goal can be reached. I accomplished more than any person could imagine <3.

Student, Age 18

(2010 Providence Marathon)