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RUN FOR HOPE

JOIN the run aotearoa journey with blake

This run is a massive undertaking, and I can’t do it alone.
I’m looking for businesses and individuals willing to support me along the way to help raise $100,000 for I Am Hope, a cause close to my heart and dedicated to mental health awareness and support.

Can you help sponsor a campervan or car for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Campervan and car

Essential for my support crew

Can you help sponsor accommodation for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Accommodation

Overnight stays along the route

Can you help sponsor food and nutrition for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Food & Nutrition

Fuel to keep me going

Can you help sponsor a physio or podiatrist for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Physio & Podiatrist

Recovery and injury prevention

Can you help out with Graphic Design for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Graphic Design

Clothing and social media materials

Can you help sponsor clothing and shoes for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Clothing & Shoes

Running gear to handle the distance

Can you help sponsor flights and transport for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Flights & Transport

Logistical support

Can you help sponsor signwriting for Blake Schimanski' epic run

Signwriting

Branding for my gear and vehicles

What you will get in return

Support Blake Schimanski and get your logo on all his running gear

Your logo featured on my running gear

Support Blake Schimanski and get recognition on social media

Recognition on social media and post-run documentary

Support Blake Schimanski and get promoted to a growing number of supporters

Promotion to a growing community of supporters

Blake has started his epic journey running the length of Aotearoa

If you are interested in supporting me on my run from Bluff to cape reianga, lets chat!

Thank you to our sponsors

Thank you to our SUPPORTERS

We couldn’t have come this far without the amazing support of our sponsors — and while there’s still a fair way to go, we’re feeling energised and hopeful!

A huge shoutout to the incredible people below who have backed Blake on his journey running the length of Aotearoa in support of I AM HOPE. The community spirit and support along the way has been nothing short of inspiring — we’re beyond grateful. 💛

  • Jacqui Whyte (Hemi Whyte Cup)

  • Jimmy McInally

  • Mark Gardiner (Action Indoor Sports)

  • Ataraiti Whyte

  • Glenn Harris

  • Grant Watt

  • Adventure Lodge, National Park

  • Monique (Big Foot Podiatry)

  • Crossroads Clinton

  • Chrissy @ Moorhouse Osteopathic Centre, Christchurch

  • Paul and Fiona Schimanski

  • Ryan Doherty (Fullers Great Sights Bay of Islands)

  • Carmen Holmes (Piggy Bar Howick)

  • Jake Howard (Resolve Fight Systems)

  • Trent Davis

  • Shnack Protein Drink

  • Monica Russell (Float Culture)

  • Mike @ Oamaru Physiotherapy Clinic

  • Sporting Goods Specialists 

  • Rowan Cann

  • Lara and Kev (The Red Boats)

  • Rachel Bray (Ador Beauty Therapy) 

  • Kim Schimanski

  • Awastone Riverside Haven

  • Kerry Oxenham

  • Bumper Bar NZ

  • Phoenix Motel Temuka

RUNNING THE LENGTH OF AOTEAROA RAISING FUNDS FOR I AM HOPE