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A veteran is someone who wrote a blank check made payable to ‘The United States of America,’ for an amount up to and including their life. To every man and woman who has worn the uniform , past and present , thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and love for this nation.

One of the greatest things happening through The 50 Yard Challenge has nothing to do with grass. It’s the relationships being built along the way. Our kids are stepping outside of their normal circles and meeting people in their communities they may have never had the opportunity to know otherwise—veterans, senior citizens, people with disabilities, single parents, first responders, and neighbors from all walks of life. They’re hearing their stories, shaking their hands, sharing conversations, and learning firsthand that a community becomes stronger when we take the time to care about one another. Every lawn these kids mow is leaving an impression far beyond the yard. Their neighbors are seeing young people who are willing to work hard, serve others, and give without expecting anything in return. At the same time, these kids are learning compassion, responsibility, respect, and what it truly means to be a good neighbor. One day they’ll grow up, start families, build careers, and become leaders in their own communities—but the lessons they’re learning right now will stay with them. We may have started with a simple idea of kids mowing lawns, but it has grown into something much bigger: young people creating connections, changing lives, and becoming the kind of neighbors every community needs.

Family, please help me congratulate Grayson of Kalamazoo, MI , on completing our 50 Yard Challenge! Grayson mowed 50 free lawns for the elderly, people with disabilities, single parents, and veterans in his community. What an incredible accomplishment and a great example of giving back!

Beautiful Michigan, it’s so wonderful to be back in your great state! It’s a little chilly up here, but I don’t mind one bit! I’m making my way north to Traverse City, where I’ll be taking part in the Moonbeam Book Festival tomorrow. Later that evening, I’ll be attending the book awards ceremony, where my first three books have earned second place in the Best Nonfiction Book Series category! If you’re in the area, please stop by and say hello. I’d love to meet you!

Will your child be the next to accept The 50 Yard Challenge? Summer may be winding down and school may be starting again soon, but the opportunity to serve never ends. The 50 Yard Challenge is open year-round and includes more than mowing lawns. Kids can also rake leaves, shovel snow, and pick up litter while helping the elderly, disabled, single parents, and veterans in their own communities. As children complete milestones, they earn different colored T-shirts, and once they finish 50 free yards, they receive a brand-new mower, weed eater, and leaf blower. There is no deadline and no need to rush—they can start today and finish next year. What matters most is getting kids active, teaching them the value of service, and showing them that even one small act of kindness can make a lasting difference. Talk to your child today about accepting The 50 Yard Challenge! Learn more & sign up : bit.ly/50yardsignup

Today I had the pleasure of mowing Miss Durham’s lawn. It’s always great seeing her. She’s doing well. I finished up in the rain. Making a difference, one lawn at a time

Grayson of Kalamazoo, MI who is taking part in our 50 yard challenge add another lawn to his name .

Today I had the pleasure of mowing Ms. Lufkins lawn . She has someone stop by so she wasn’t available for a photo . Making a difference , one lawn at a time .

Kayli and Landon of Lincoln, NE who are taking part in our 50 yard challenge are back at it. This time with lawn 14 ! Nice work .

Sadly, I woke up to some heartbreaking news this morning here in Baton Rouge , Louisiana. Someone broke into my van overnight, shattered two windows, stole a lawnmower, and ransacked everything inside. It’s honestly heartbreaking and deflating, especially when you’re simply trying to do good and make a difference. I can’t understand why someone would do something like this. I’ve contacted the police, and I’m currently waiting for them to arrive and process the van for fingerprints. Unfortunately, this means I won’t be able to attend the Louisiana Book Festival today as planned. I was really looking forward to meeting everyone and sharing my books, but right now, I’m just trying to process everything that happened.

Nathan, David & Sakari of Omaha,Nebraska who are taking part in our 50 yard challenge, mowed a new lawn recently for a veteran ! Nice work team !

Thomas joined the 50 Yard Challenge in 2022 and proudly completed it the following year. His story began when his mother first learned about our program while they were living in Africa. At the time, they couldn’t take part—but Thomas never forgot it. Months later, when their family moved to the United States and stayed with his grandparents in Pennsylvania, he finally got his chance. He signed up in August 2022 and worked hard, finishing all 50 lawns by January 2023. Shortly after earning his black shirt, Thomas and his family returned to Africa—mission accomplished. Now the question is: could your child be next? To join, all they need to do is create a sign that says “I Accept the 50 Yard Challenge.” Then they’ll mow 50 lawns for free for those in need—elderly, disabled, single parents, veterans, first responders, and active-duty military in their community. For every 10 lawns, they earn a new shirt—starting with white and moving through orange, green, blue, and red—until they reach 50 and receive their black shirt. When they complete the challenge, they’re awarded a brand-new mower, weed eater, and blower. The challenge runs all year and isn’t limited to mowing—snow shoveling and leaf raking count too. Kids from around the country are welcome to participate. So kids… are you ready to step up and make a difference? Sign up here: bit.ly/50yardsignup

Today I had the honor of mowing Mr. Smiths lawn who is a retired veteran of the air force . He wasn’t at home at the time , but when he returns , he will return to a freshly mowed lawn . Thank you for your service . Making a difference , one lawn at a time .

It’s been a while, but I’m excited to bring back one of my favorite ways to spread kindness and create unforgettable memories for little ones , Bubble Mowing Days! I’m looking for Pre-K and kindergarten classrooms anywhere across the USA that would love a special visit! Imagine a day filled with laughter, bubbles, excitement, and little hands pushing their very own bubble mowers! 🫧 During my visit, I’ll read my award-winning children’s book, One Lawn at a Time, and share a simple but powerful message: You’re never too young to make a difference! Best of all, it’s completely FREE! Every child gets to keep their very own bubble mower, a Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service T-shirt, and a copy of my book! None of this would be possible without the incredible generosity of people across the country who donate bubble mowers and sponsor books for these children. Your kindness allows me to walk into a classroom, bring smiles to little faces, and leave every child with something special to remember. Teachers, I would love to visit your school and create some unforgettable memories with your students! Schools from all 50 states are welcome to sign up! And if you’d like to help make these special days possible by donating bubble mowers or sponsoring books for a classroom, you can do that too! Together, we can show the next generation that kindness starts young and even the smallest hands can make a big difference. Sign up your classroom or help sponsor a Bubble Mowing Day here: weareraisingmen.com/bubblemo…

Our 50 Yard Challenge is open YEAR-ROUND, and we’re inviting kids from around the world to join us in spreading kindness, one yard at a time! The challenge is simple: Complete 50 FREE acts of lawn care service, including mowing lawns, raking leaves, or shoveling snow, for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, single parents, veterans, first responders, and active-duty military members. Earn Rewards Along the Way! Every child starts with a white shirt and earns a new colored shirt for every 10 yards completed. Once they reach 50, they’ll receive a special black shirt, brand-new lawn equipment (mower, weed eater, and blower), and a personal visit from me to celebrate their incredible accomplishment! No matter where you live in the world, you can participate! Represent your city, inspire others, and show your community what kindness looks like. It’s more than mowing lawns. It’s about building character, teaching responsibility, and changing lives! 👉 Learn more and sign up today: weareraisingmen.com/the-50-y…