The Butterfly Effect Project Inc. exists to break down financial barriers that prevent individuals from accessing essential mental health and wellness services in Southern Maryland. Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive, this fund supports those navigating economic hardship, insurance limitations, or systemic inequities that make therapy and wellness care inaccessible.

Inspired by the transformative journey of the butterfly, The Butterfly Effect Project Inc. offers a safe space where individuals can begin their healing process and move toward meaningful change, one step at a time.

Date:  Sunday, October 4, 2026

Time:  8:00 am

Location: Baggett Park, 26929 Three Notch Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659

Cost: $35 until 30 Aug - increase to $40 until 30 Sep - increase to $45 until Oct 3 at 6:00 pm (NO RACE DATE REGISTRATION)

Age Group awards as follows:  Over all Male and Female; Top Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-18, 20-40, 40+ (Masters Group)