Every Sole Counts

Every Sole Counts In July 2023, a few runners from What the Hill participated in a local 5K where they met two exceptionally talented athletes, Luke and Isaac.

To give athletes living with special needs an equal footing to pursue outdoor activities like walking and running by removing financial and logistical barriers to obtaining appropriate equipment. About Every Sole Counts
Every Sole Counts was born from a chance meeting between two of Special Olympics running athletes and members of What the Hill Running Club, a Batesville, Indiana-based group. Frie

ndships quickly formed, and before long, Luke and Isaac began joining the club for weekly group runs. As they became regular members, they started inviting some of their friends who also live with disabilities. It soon became clear that many of these talented runners lacked quality running shoes and other essential gear—items many take for granted. Recognizing this, the group decided to take action to ensure these remarkable athletes had “equal footing.” Their first step was a small group trip to a running store to help one athlete purchase new shoes. The sheer joy and pride this athlete felt from having a great pair of running shoes sparked an idea—one that would become Every Sole Counts. Our Mission
Every Sole Counts empowers Athletes with Special Needs by providing access to high-quality running gear that meets their individual needs. We believe that every athlete, regardless of their abilities or financial situation, deserves the opportunity to excel in their sport with confidence and comfort. Through community engagement, fundraising initiatives, and partnerships with like-minded organizations, we aim to remove barriers and ensure that all athletes have the essential gear to pursue their passion for running and walking. Our Inaugural Event
To support this mission, Every Sole Counts is hosting its inaugural professionally timed 4 mile Run/Walk, “Four on the Fourth,” on July 4th. Runners and walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate and be part of this meaningful cause. Our Growth
Every Sole Counts is currently working in conjunction with Special Olympics ROD on fundraising efforts and is actively pursuing 501(c)(3) nonprofit status to expand its reach and impact.

We are happy we were able to support and join in the fun! ❤️
08/24/2026

We are happy we were able to support and join in the fun! ❤️

It’s been a busy—and fun—weekend! From an awards banquet to a pool party, we’ve had the best time celebrating our amazin...
08/24/2026

It’s been a busy—and fun—weekend! From an awards banquet to a pool party, we’ve had the best time celebrating our amazing athletes! 🏊‍♀️☀️

We grilled out, provided some snacks, and enjoyed watching the athletes relax, have fun, and make some great memories in the pool. ❤️

Thank you so much for having us and allowing Every Sole Counts to be part of the fun! We’re already looking forward to the next one! 😊

We had the honor of attending the Special Olympics Indiana ROD Athletic Banquet last night, and it was such a special ev...
08/23/2026

We had the honor of attending the Special Olympics Indiana ROD Athletic Banquet last night, and it was such a special evening! ❤️

Two of our board members were recognized for their dedication as coaches, and Every Sole Counts was also honored with an award recognizing the support we’ve provided to athletes over the past year. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

When we first started Every Sole Counts, we simply hoped to help a few athletes with the running gear they needed. Little did we know just how incredible our community would be in rallying behind our mission and helping us grow.

Because of your support, we’ve been able to provide running gear to nearly all of our running athletes—and that is something we are incredibly proud of. ❤️

This journey has been truly remarkable, and receiving this award is a wonderful reminder of why we started Every Sole Counts in the first place.

Thank you to everyone who has believed in our mission, supported our athletes, and helped us make a difference. We couldn’t do this without you! 🥹❤️

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👟 We took a much-needed break after the race… but we’re BACK at it! 🙌❤️Today we got one of our long-distance runners gea...
08/04/2026

👟 We took a much-needed break after the race… but we’re BACK at it! 🙌❤️

Today we got one of our long-distance runners geared up with some fresh new kicks! 👟🔥 Because happy feet = happy runners! 🏃‍♂️💨

We love helping our athletes get the right shoes so they can keep doing what they love! ❤️

Excited to help out with this years family fun swim party! 🏊‍♀️ 🥳
08/03/2026

Excited to help out with this years family fun swim party! 🏊‍♀️ 🥳

☀️🏊Make a Splash with Your Special Olympics Family!🏊☀️

Grab your swimsuit and join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and great memories at our Family Swim Party!

📅 **Sunday, August 23, 2026**
🕕 **6:00–8:00 p.m.**
📍 **Batesville Memorial Pool**

This FREE event is open to all Special Olympics Indiana - Ripley Ohio Dearborn County athletes, Unified partners, coaches, volunteers, and their families!

🍔 A huge thank you to Every Sole Counts for generously grilling and providing complimentary food and drinks for everyone! Their continued support helps make evenings like this possible, and we couldn't be more grateful.

💦 Come cool off in the pool, enjoy a delicious meal, reconnect with friends, and celebrate another amazing summer together!

👉 Please RSVP here:
[https://forms.gle/FSdcrp233v6FrWtX6]

⚠️ Reminder: Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

We can't wait to spend a fun-filled evening with our Special Olympics family. See you at the pool! ❤️🤍💙

❤️ Thank You! ❤️A huge thank you to everyone who made today's Four on the Fourth Run/Walk a success!To our runners and w...
07/04/2026

❤️ Thank You! ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone who made today's Four on the Fourth Run/Walk a success!

To our runners and walkers, thank you for supporting the mission of Every Sole Counts. To our incredible volunteers, thank you for your hard work and dedication. And to our amazing sponsors, thank you for your generous support—we couldn't do this without you.

Because of each of you, we're able to help athletes with special needs get the proper running shoes they need to succeed.

Thank you for making today so special. We hope to see you again next year! 🇺🇸👟

📸Check out some pics from the event! Drop your photos in the comments!

07/04/2026
We would like to thank all of our sponsors on helping us with another successful Four on the Fourth run/walk. We could ...
07/04/2026

We would like to thank all of our sponsors on helping us with another successful Four on the Fourth run/walk. We could not have done this without the support of our sponsors and community! We encourage everyone to show these businesses some love by giving them a like, following their pages, and supporting them whenever possible.

- Milan Legion
- White River Running Company
- Ripley County Community Foundation
- Schuerman Law
- The Tribe
- Scheibler Design Build
- The Napoleon State Bank
- Moore Funeral Homes
- Marti Tracy Realtor
- Laudick Trucking, Inc.
- Hoosier Trail Running
- Wallpe Chiropractic and Wellness
- Cook Performance
- Baxter
- The Reservation Restaurant
- Johnson Charitable Gift Fund
- What The Hill?! Running Club
- Curtis & Andrea Gillman
- St. Elizabeth Healthcare
- The Friendship State Bank
- Margaret Mary Health
- Enneking Auto Body
- Traci & Mason Graham
- Southeastern Insurance
- Connie Flaspohler
- Odyssey Insurance & Investments
- Harmeyer’s Market
- Batesville Kroger

07/04/2026
Running Overall Male Winner — Joe HawkinsRunning Overall Female Winner — Jessica SinclairWalking Overall Male Winner — L...
07/04/2026

Running Overall Male Winner — Joe Hawkins
Running Overall Female Winner — Jessica Sinclair

Walking Overall Male Winner — Larry Reidy
Walking Overall Female Winner — Gena Reidy

50/50 Split the Pot Winner — Savannah Stapp

Thank you to everyone that ran or walked with us! See you next year!!

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Batesville, IN
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