Nels Matson, an ultraendurance athlete from Bradenton, Florida, is set to embark on a monumental attempt to break the world record for the fastest run across America. On September 8, 2024, Matson will begin his 3,067-mile journey from San Francisco City Hall to New York City Hall, attempting to finish in under 42 days, requiring a blistering pace averaging over 72 miles daily – and it’s all to honor Chris Campbell, a fallen U.S. Navy SEAL.
Campbell tragically lost his life in 2011 while serving his country. Included in his will, Campbell’s last wish was for 100,000 people to donate to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) in his name to help his brothers and sisters who do return home. His benchmark was exceeded earlier this year, and Matson is dedicated to honoring Campbell’s legacy.
“The greatest casualty is being forgotten,” Matson said. “This event will help ensure Chris is never forgotten.”
The transcontinental run, called "Project Campbell's Call," honors the legacy of Campbell, and aims to raise awareness and support for WWP.
Project Campbell’s Call is hosted by the Tri 4 Number 1 Foundation, an organization founded by Matson that is dedicated to telling the stories of heroes through sport and raising awareness of causes important to those heroes, and is sponsored by several brands and businesses, including Alliance Solutions and Myakka Communications.
“Our T4N1 team and everyone who’s been a part of Project Campbell’s Call hope to rally communities here and across the nation to honor Chris, support Wounded Warrior Project®, and make a lasting impact on those who have given so much for our country,” Matson explained.
Throughout Matson’s 42-day run, supporters can sponsor T4N1, donate to WWP, and even virtually challenge Matson’s mile count in teams via a RunSignUp World Record Run Challenge.
You can see his exact location here: https://share.garmin.com/pccrun
Since 2003, WWP has been transforming the way injured veterans are empowered, employed, and engaged in our communities. Donations from this effort will provide lifesaving programs in mental health, career counseling, and long-term rehabilitative care ensuring warriors never pay a penny for these services. In addition, working towards this effort in Chris’ memory is an incredible way to honor a young man who gave so much to his country.
If you have any questions about WWP, please contact Julian Routh at
Tri 4 Number 1 Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to tell the stories of heroes through sport and endurance events, and in doing so, raise awareness of causes important to those heroes. Ad 2 Orlando is the young professional affiliate of the American Advertising Federation of Orlando, with an emphasis on public service. Ad 2 clubs organize and select a nonprofit every year to be the recipient of a pro-bono marketing campaign, and Ad 2 Orlando has selected Tri 4 Number 1 as its campaign for the 2024-2025 term.
Gabby Jarmoszko, Ad 2 Orlando President ad2president@aaf-orlando.org
Nels Matson, Tri 4 Number 1 Founder tri4number1@gmail.com
Alliance Solutions is a leading provider of construction management software. Based in Sarasota, FL, the organization offers innovative solutions for construction and real estate businesses to optimize operations.
Myakka Communications is a family-owned internet and phone service provider based in Sarasota, Florida offering high-speed fiber optic internet, WiFi and home broadband services.
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