Miles with Mordecai, Day Three: Crossing the Finish Line for Our Students (Day 3)

On October 21, we crossed the finish line of Miles with Mordecai, completing 71 miles along the High Line Canal Trail over three days in support of Community College of Aurora students.

Every mile carried a purpose: raising funds for students experiencing housing, food, and transportation insecurity. Their determination to pursue an education inspired this journey and kept me moving through the final steps.

A special thank-you to Wagner Equipment, our Community Momentum Sponsor, for the wonderful cookout lunch, encouragement, and continued partnership with CCA. To everyone who walked alongside us, donated, cheered us on, or shared our message—thank you for showing up for our students.

These photos capture the joy, exhaustion, and gratitude of reaching the finish line together. I finished this walk with tired feet and a full heart.

The walk is complete, and the opportunity to make a difference continues. Help us reach our $40,000 fundraising goal at ccaurora.edu/miles. ❤️🦊

All photos by Zach Mills.