Uncle Sonny Initiative Hosts Final Community Hike of the Year at Crowders Mountain

Community and connection will take center stage later this month as Uncle Sonny Initiative and Pain & Power Productions close out their 2025 events with a final community hike at Crowders Mountain. The event is set for Friday, October 25 at 9:00 AM. It is designed to bring families, youth, and neighbors together for a morning of reflection, empowerment and shared purpose.

This hike is more than just time on the trail. It is part of a larger mission to help young people and families turn adversity into strength. Each step along the climb is a reminder that no matter how steep the path, we are stronger together.

About the Event

The community hike invites participants of all ages to gather at one of the region’s most scenic outdoor spaces and spend the morning focused on growth, connection, and unity. Organizers describe the event as “a chance to celebrate unity, growth and strength” while reinforcing the belief that challenges, on the trail and in life, are best overcome together.

Participants are encouraged to arrive early, bring water and comfortable shoes, and come ready to connect with others in the community. The event is free and open to the public, reflecting Uncle Sonny Initiative’s mission to make positive, family-centered experiences accessible to everyone.

About Uncle Sonny Initiative

The Uncle Sonny Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving families and youth across North and South Carolina. Its programs focus on children ages 7 to 17, with events and services that emphasize personal growth, community involvement, and the belief that every young person has value and purpose.

The organization’s mission, “Transfer the Pain Into Power,” is at the heart of everything they do. By encouraging children to challenge themselves academically, stay active in their communities, and embrace new experiences, Uncle Sonny Initiative works to transform struggle into strength and adversity into growth.

Its core values, Unity, Community, You and Me, reflect a belief that change starts at home, strength comes from togetherness, and real impact requires everyone. The organization isn’t just mentoring youth; it’s building a movement of resilient future leaders who will carry that message forward.

A Morning That’s About More Than a Hike

For Uncle Sonny Initiative and Pain & Power Productions, the Crowders Mountain hike is more than just a year-end event. It’s a way to bring people together, reflect on how far they’ve come, and reaffirm the power of shared experience.

Whether you’re there for the view, the community or the deeper meaning behind the climb, this hike is an invitation to be part of something bigger. A step toward strength, connection, and purpose.

Location: Crowders Mountain State Park

Date: Saturday, October 25

Time: 9:00 AM

To register for the event, please go to https://unclesonnyinitiative.com/ or click here.

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