NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon 2026

Hi there! I’m Brianda, and I’m running my very first half marathon, the Brooklyn Half! I always knew that if I were going to take on something this big, I wanted to do it in partnership with a cause rooted in community.  

Every organization supported by the Brooklyn Half is doing meaningful work, but I was especially drawn to Exodus. As a mental health counselor, I’ve worked closely with people who have been involved with the legal system and who were recently released from incarceration. I’ve seen firsthand how devastating that experience can be for the individual and families and entire communities.


That’s why Exodus’s mission matters so deeply to me. Since 1999, Exodus has supported more than 50,000 justice-impacted individuals as they navigate reentry, stability, and healing. Their work is grounded in the belief that while we can’t rewrite the past, we can shape the future. Across their programs, Exodus centers inclusion, empowerment, respect, collaboration, and meaningful choice. They create spaces where people feel safe, supported, and truly heard.
 

In 2024 alone, Exodus provided over 32,000 meals, supported 213 people in successfully maintaining their freedom, and helped 22 residents secure housing.


This work is only possible because of the dedication of donors, volunteers, and supporters. By contributing to this fundraiser, you’re supporting life-changing services and meaningful reform for people rebuilding their lives.


Thank you so much for being part of this journey with me.