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Triathlete represents Nonprofit at Ironman Competition
Triathlete Mario Mejia Partners with NonProfit Hearts of Empowerment and Dedicates His Participation To Charity
December 04, 2020 — Non Profit Hearts of Empowerment teamed up to support athlete Mario Mejia in his journey to complete the Ironman competition in Cozumel, Mexico this past November. Mejia dedicated his participation to support Hearts of Empowerment’s mission and to increase the organization’s brand identity.
Mejia comes from a family of immigrants who made great sacrifices to provide him with a life in America. He has endured hardships including homelessness and family tragedy in pursuit of his own and his family's dreams. Mejia worked tirelessly to support himself through college at Virginia Commonwealth University, as did Hearts of Empowerment’s founder, Correy Faciane.
Mario’s love for competitive running has allowed him to realize his life's purpose. He aspires to be a motivational speaker and role model to help young adults overcome adversity and achieve their dreams, which is why Hearts of Empowerment is helping showcase his story. The nonprofit secured 3 sponsorships with local brands to ensure Mejia’s success in the race. $500 in free nutrient supplements are being supplied by No Limits supplements (Richmond, VA). Triathlete training gear is being supplied by 4.13 Apparel (Washington D.C.). Swim training and form enhancements are being given by Swimbox (Arlington, VA).
“During my time with Hearts of Empowerment not only have I been able to raise awareness for their mission, but they have also amplified my voice when it comes to sharing my life message. They have empowered me to become a contributing member to society” — Mario Mejia
Ironman Cozumel offered forty qualifying slots to the 2021 Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, a long distance triathlon that consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bicycle ride and a 26.2 mile marathon. Mejia completed the Ironman competition in 15 hours and 23 minutes.
For more information about Hearts of Empowerment, as well as their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, visit: https://heartsofempowerment.org/.
Hearts of Empowerment is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping other charities raise awareness for their mission and maximize their fundraising potential through event planning and strategic marketing.