When we usually think about running the first thought that usually comes to mind is running for exercise or perhaps even running for safety. However, in September both Rob Rivers and Julio Goicochea have been running to make a positive difference through supporting Umbrella Initiative’s Backpack Project. Both of them recently ran half marathons and through their fleet feet and […]
Volunteers and new team members are raising their hands to be counted as one of the ranks! We are extremely pleased to announce the addition of two new members to the Umbrella Initiatives team Stéphanie Archambault Lemire and Randy Delgado. Stéphanie Archambault Lemire | Intern Stéphanie is currently a Master’s student in International Studies (International development) at the University of Montreal. […]
On September 8, 2013, Rob Rivers will run the Park’s Half Marathon in Rockville, Maryland in support of Umbrella Initiative’s Backpack Project. His goal is to raise at least $2,000.00, which will provide for a week of academic reinforcement and backpack for over 80 children. Over the past few weeks Rob has been training hard and running over 25 miles […]