Widdy’s Work

08/10/2026

So much emotion as we reflect on today’s event. The Fourth Annual Widdy’s Work Presents Stomp out the Stigma went off without a hitch.

The sense of community is what stands out. There is so much to be thankful for. Thank you to our wonderful community who keeps showing up for us!! We appreciate you all more than you know!!

08/09/2026

Through our memorial mile this morning, we remember fourteen people that we lost way too soon.

Barbara Sweeney
Pat Ringrose
Edward Fritz
Kaden Joel Menzer
Colton Stanley Borg
Nathan Thomas Creamer
Cole James Moen
Logan Carter
Jean Ramirez
Tyler Hilinski
Maclin Kent Miller
Solomon Gardner
Luke Eagle
Reese Widman

We will never forget. 💛

08/08/2026

Stomp out the Stigma Packet Pickup

Come and get your race packet if you’ve already registered for the walk/run!!!

Last chance to register is TODAY ONLY and in person. No online registration is available.

Widdy’s Work is here at Picnic Shelter 4 at Fort Steilacoom Park in Lakewood. The picnic shelter is directly off of the main road of the park on the right side. The shelter is near the outfield of the baseball fields and before the big playground.

Cant wait to see you!!

08/08/2026

Packet pickup and in person registration is today from 9am to 1pm at Fort Steilacoom Park Picnic Shelter 4. Last chance to register is today IN PERSON! We strongly encourage you to get your packet today to avoid a longer wait time race morning!! See you later!!

08/07/2026

RACE WEEKEND!!! Here’s what you need to know!!

The last chance to register is ONLY in person at the packet pickup on SATURDAY at Fort Steilacoom Park.

Saturday, August 8th:

Race Packet Pickup and in person registration
9am to 1 pm

Fort Steilacoom Park
8714 87th Ave SW, Lakewood, WA
Picnic Shelter 4 (on the right side of the main road by the baseball fields, before you get to the large playground)

We encourage packet pickup on Saturday. If you plan to get your packet Sunday morning, give yourself time before the start of the race. There might be longer wait times Sunday morning.

Thank you for your participation and support! We can’t wait to STOMP OUT THE STIGMA with you!!

08/03/2026

These are your final days to register to STOMP OUT THE STIGMA online!! Tuesday, August 4th is when online registration closes!! Get those registrations done!! Register using the link on the Widdy’s Work IG bio, story, page, or website!!

One last chance to register will be in person at packet pickup on Saturday, August 8th at Fort Steilacoom Park Picnic Shelter 4 from 9am to 1pm!

Race details:
🏃🏽Participants can run or walk a 1 mile or 5k route
🗓️ Sunday, August 9th
⏰ 9:30am start time
🏅Medals for the first 200 finishers
🍌Water and a snack available at the finish line
🤝Unite together to erase the stigma surrounding mental health and su***de

https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Lakewood/WiddysWorkpresentsStompOuttheStigma

07/26/2026

It’s not too late to register!! Use the link on the IG story or bio or on Facebook to get signed up!! See you there!! We can STOMP OUT THE STIGMA together!!!!

https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Lakewood/WiddysWorkpresentsStompOuttheStigma

07/25/2026

Last weekend, Widdy’s Work spent many hours at different baseball fields sharing Reese’s message. I’m not going to lie, it’s hard. Even though it is mentally and physically exhausting, if we help one person, it is all worth it.

On one of the days of the tournament, a dad approached Corey and said that Reese’s message and what we do saved his son who was struggling. Because of that player who keeps going, we will keep going with our mission. We receive messages periodically that Reese’s words have helped people and saved them. This is our why. Reese left behind such powerful words - “Do what I couldn’t do; Get help.” He also asked us to help other people who are struggling. We are doing our best! People tell us all the time that Reese is proud of us. I do believe it.

It’s hard to know why things happen the way they do. Reese had such a reach for lives that he has touched. So many people know and love him. His message has saved more people than we could ever know.

What we do know:
It’s never ok to suffer in silence
This feeling won’t last forever
Tomorrow is a new day
You are loved
You are important
You matter

Call or text 9-8-8 if you’re struggling

07/21/2026

Today is the day!! Register today to guarantee you get a race shirt!! Thank you!!

Widdy’s Work presents Stomp out the Stigma is only three weeks away! Get registered by Tuesday, July 21st to guarantee a race shirt.

This year’s shirt design is a croc that is destroying the stigma that surrounds mental health. When Reese wasn’t in a baseball cleat, you would find him wearing his white crocs! You’ll also see the silhouettes of two runners escaping the rubble. This would be the actual silhouettes of Reese and his history teacher, Mr. Bartlett, from a race that they competed in on the football field as a friendly competition!!

Get those registrations in and let’s STOMP OUT THE STIGMA together!!!

Register here! ⬇️
https://runsignup.com/Race/WA/Lakewood/WiddysWorkpresentsStompOuttheStigma

📅 Sunday, August 9th
⏰ 9:30am start
📍Fort Steilacoom Park

07/20/2026

That’s a wrap for the Fourth Annual Reese Widman Memorial Baseball Tournament! Widdy’s Work was able to connect with so many players and families in efforts to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and su***de. We appreciate all the support from our baseball community! Everyone shows such love and support! It was great to see a sea of red shirts that read “Go be great” on the back.

Thank you to Top Tier Sports for hosting such a huge tournament in honor of Reese. You all helped our reach of getting Reese’s powerful message out to so many athletes, families, and coaches. We are grateful more than you know.

Thank you to the Ram Restaurant and Brewery for donating a free burger coupon for people that made a donation to get a tournament shirt. The Ram has continued to show support to Widdy’s Work. We appreciate all of their help in breaking down the stigma surrounding mental health.

Shoutout to teams that really embraced the spirit of Reese! We saw players with custom “Widdy” swag, mental health awareness uniforms, and heard of coaches sharing Reese’s message with their team. Thank you so much. That’s why we are here - to honor and remember Reese Widman and to share his message of “Do what I couldn’t do; Get help.” Thank you!

Huge thanks to our people that stopped by to see us! We didn’t get photos with everyone, but just know you mean so much to us!!

Thank you to everyone involved!! We couldn’t do this without YOU!! Until next year when we STRIKE OUT THE STIGMA!!!

All our love to our baseball family ⚾️

(We have shirts left! Hit us up if you’re interested!)