The Walk’s Mission

Brave Hearts for Strong Minds (BHSM) (EIN 45-3973220) was started in 2012 after beloved community member Tom Reilly suddenly passed away, leaving behind his wife and four young children. For children who have lost a parent, there can be lasting emotional and social hurdles, along with struggles to pay for higher education. Reflecting on Tom’s compassion and friendship, each year, the Saturday before Father’s Day, BHSM holds a charity walk. While bringing together our community, the walk’s mission is to raise funds for the 529 Education Plans of children who have lost a parent.

Our 2025 Recipient Families

The McKnight Family

Seamus (2.5, soon to be 3) and Blaise (1) McKnight are the sons of Ryan and Colleen from Springfield, PA. On October 29, 2023, Ryan passed away suddenly, leaving behind his family one month before Blaise’s birth. A devoted father and son, Ryan’s memory lives on through his family and community. Colleen and Ryan met at Penn State University and quickly became inseparable. Ryan worked in sales previously for Burkholder Brothers Landscape Company and had just switched fields to work with Cintas at the time of his passing.

The Morris Family

Earl (12) and Marion (soon to be 10) are the children of Stephen and Bonnie Morris from Warminster, PA. Natalie (25) will also be welcomed into the BHSM community as we support her younger siblings. Stephen was part of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 542 and worked for Danella Companies in Plymouth Meeting, PA. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, and more. A kind soul, Stephen was known to help those around him, whether it was home improvement projects or just a simple errand.