Run to the "MAX" for Mental Health
The "MAX" for Mental Health is a charity race series in Gadsden, Alabama, organized by MAXimizing Mental Health, Inc. While the month or season is not specified, the event’s purpose is clear: it raises money and attention for youth mental health. The series is named for Max Cochran, who died by suicide at 19. The organization was founded to honor his memory and encourage open local discussion about mental illness. The race features three level names: Summit, Midpoint, and Base. Max’s Bench is located at Noccalula Falls Black Creek Trails, connecting the series to a specific local landmark as well as its cause. Donations fund mental health counseling for those unable to afford it, and the organization provides free counseling to community students. The name MAXimizing reflects its stated goal: using resources for the best possible outcome.
