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Man Crawls 7.46 Miles for Recovery Scholarships
6 May
Summary
- Brenton Sconce completed a 7.46-mile bear crawl to fund addiction aftercare scholarships.
- His arduous crawl raised approximately $9,000 for individuals needing recovery support.
- Sconce's journey was inspired by his own experience with an aftercare scholarship.
Brenton Sconce has successfully completed a challenging 7.46-mile bear crawl during the 50th Bloomsday event. This remarkable effort took him nearly 23 hours to finish, starting on May 5th. Sconce's crawl has generated approximately $9,000 in scholarships to support addiction aftercare for those in need.
His personal recovery journey, beginning with rehab in 2022 and a life-changing aftercare scholarship, inspired this endeavor. Sconce founded the organization BEAR (build, empower, achieve and recover) to give back and help others access crucial post-rehab support, which is often not covered by insurance.
Sconce's dedication was evident as he pushed through immense physical pain. He was motivated by the need to provide essential recovery tools and by the support of his family and friends. His goal is to expand BEAR nationwide, offering aftercare scholarships across the country.
The accomplishment highlights the critical importance of aftercare in sustained recovery. Sconce's efforts aim to offer individuals a chance to rebuild their lives and achieve lasting sobriety, mirroring the hope he once received.
