#232 From Rainy-Day Idea to $20M: Chris Schrader’s Race for Change – Part One

Part One.

A rainy-day idea, a pair of walking shoes, and a determined teenager—what could go wrong? For Chris Schrader, it led to something extraordinary. A simple trek across England turned into a five-figure fundraiser and the start of a global movement. In Part One, the 24 Hour Race founder shares how a tribute to a friend sparked a worldwide fight against human trafficking, raising over $20 million across 25 cities. Turns out, big change starts with small steps.

Key Highlights of Our Interview:

How a Teenage Charity Event Turned into a Global Phenomenon Fighting Human Trafficking

“On a typically cold, rainy English day, I suggested to my friends, half-serious, ‘Why don’t we walk across England?’… Sure enough, six months later, we found ourselves walking across England.”

“What started as a one-off 24-hour race in 2010 is now the largest student movement fighting slavery in the world, with events in 25 cities and HK$150 million (US$20 million) raised.”

Why Young People Shouldn’t Just Write Checks: Teaching the Fiduciary Side of Charity

“We want students to view themselves as leaders with the fiduciary responsibility of any charity executive—interviewing project stakeholders to see if the money is really being put to good use.”

Charity Is a Marketplace, Not a Moral Obligation

“Our audience doesn’t need to care about human trafficking to join the event. If they come just for the music festival or because it’s a big sleepover, that’s fine. Our job is to win them over positively.”

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Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Chris Schrader

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