The Scurry for Mental Health
Join Us on Friday, September 25, 2026
Want to get involved?
Let us know how you’d like to participate—whether that’s joining a team, becoming a sponsor, making a donation, or supporting The Scurry in other ways.
What is The Scurry?
Each year, TiER1 Performance brings together local businesses and community members for the Scurry for Mental Health—an Amazing Race-style fundraiser now celebrating its 15th year.
No running required—just teamwork, creativity, and a willingness to have a little fun for a great cause.
Teams of 2–4 race through the Covington area, tackling trivia, creative challenges, and (often silly) physical tasks along the way. Whether you’re competing for bragging rights like Most Creative Outfit or Best Team Spirit, or just in it for the fun, The Scurry is all about connection, energy, and showing up for a great cause.
The 3-hour team competition is followed by a community celebration at Covington Yard—where teams can relax, connect, and keep the momentum going.
Since its start, The Scurry has raised over $500,000 for mental health initiatives. This year our fundraising goal is $60,000 and our proceeds will support Linder Center of Hope, OneQuest Health (formerly CHNK), and the Adapt for Life and Zero Suicide programs at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
Why We Scurry
Mental health matters—yet more than 1 in 5 people experience a mental health condition each year.
The Scurry exists to bring people together in support of awareness, connection, and prevention. It’s a chance to have fun, build relationships, and contribute to something bigger than ourselves.
This year, we’ve made a purposeful shift to Friday, September 25 in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month—deepening the impact of every step, challenge, and connection made throughout the day.
Scurry Day Schedule
11:30 AM-1:00 PM – Kickoff
Kick off the day at Covington Plaza with a pre-event gathering before the Scurry Team Competition begins at 1:00 PM. Check in, pick up your t-shirt and complimentary lunch, and get ready to Scurry.
1:00-3:45 PM – Team Competition
The team-based, Amazing Race-style scavenger hunt around Covington, Kentucky, to solve puzzles, answer local trivia, and complete challenges for bragging rights.
3:45-5:30 PM – After Party
After about 3 hours of racing, join us for an after-party celebration at Covington Yard to wrap up the day.
Ready to Join the Fun?
Whether you’re rallying a team or supporting the event, there are a few ways to get involved in the Scurry:
Sign Up a Team:
Gather 2–4 colleagues, friends, or family members and join the competition.
Save $500 — register by June 1 for $1,500 per team
Sponsor the Event:
Support the Scurry as a Mental Health Impact Sponsor.
Supporter: $1,250
Advocate: $2,500
Champion: $5,000
Hero: $8,000
View full sponsorship details
Make a Donation:
Support the cause at any level.
All registrations and sponsorships close Friday, September 4.
Sign up a team, become a sponsor, or donateOur Sponsors
Our Beneficiaries
Cincinnati Children’s Adapt for Life and Zero Suicide Programs
The ADAPT for Life and Zero Suicide programs at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center are mental health programs focused on suicide awareness, prevention, and support. ADAPT for Life equips participants with tools and strategies to navigate life and thrive, educating young people and their families about mental health so they can adapt and lead healthier lives. This school-based mental health program empowers students with skills and tools for mental wellness and suicide prevention. Zero Suicide is a framework that takes a multi-pronged approach to suicide prevention and is a core pillar of the Cincinnati Children’s Mental and Behavioral Health Institute.
Learn More about Adapt for Life
Learn more about Zero Suicide
Lindner Center of Hope
Since 2008, Lindner Center of Hope has served as a lifeline to tens of thousands who’ve faced mental illness or addiction. Offering a wide range of mental health services and treatments in an atmosphere that promotes long-term healing, they are staffed by some of the nation’s best psychiatric experts. Lindner Center of Hope is a place entirely dedicated to hope – and finding your unique path forward.
OneQuest Health
OneQuest Health (formerly CHNK) is a trauma-informed healthcare organization focused on creating holistic, inclusive, innovative, and inspiring partnerships for health and wellness. Supporting individuals and families in achieving improved mental and emotional well-being is central to all they do. Their healthcare professionals use evidence-based practices tailored to each client, ensuring the right care at the right time and place. By integrating primary care with broader clinical and support services, OneQuest Health enhances outcomes and engagement. Their wellness practice connects people to resources, workshops, and community events that foster proactive well-being and a more resilient community.
Cincinnati Children’s Adapt for Life and Zero Suicide Programs
The ADAPT for Life and Zero Suicide programs at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center are mental health programs focused on suicide awareness, prevention, and support. ADAPT for Life equips participants with tools and strategies to navigate life and thrive, educating young people and their families about mental health so they can adapt and lead healthier lives. This school-based mental health program empowers students with skills and tools for mental wellness and suicide prevention. Zero Suicide is a framework that takes a multi-pronged approach to suicide prevention and is a core pillar of the Cincinnati Children’s Mental and Behavioral Health Institute.
Learn More about Adapt for Life
Learn more about Zero Suicide
Lindner Center of Hope
Since 2008, Lindner Center of Hope has served as a lifeline to tens of thousands who’ve faced mental illness or addiction. Offering a wide range of mental health services and treatments in an atmosphere that promotes long-term healing, they are staffed by some of the nation’s best psychiatric experts. Lindner Center of Hope is a place entirely dedicated to hope – and finding your unique path forward.
OneQuest Health
OneQuest Health (formerly CHNK) is a trauma-informed healthcare organization focused on creating holistic, inclusive, innovative, and inspiring partnerships for health and wellness. Supporting individuals and families in achieving improved mental and emotional well-being is central to all they do. Their healthcare professionals use evidence-based practices tailored to each client, ensuring the right care at the right time and place. By integrating primary care with broader clinical and support services, OneQuest Health enhances outcomes and engagement. Their wellness practice connects people to resources, workshops, and community events that foster proactive well-being and a more resilient community.
