There are no Shortcuts to Building Community
As our passion to build unity between cultures has grown, we’ve simply taken steps, big and small, towards this goal. It started with invitations to do talks and sermons within the communities of Central Oregon and Jiquilpan, Mexico. Assisting with youth camps and coaching built some momentum. Opportunities to share stories at local events and published articles have highlighted Mario’s achievements as a runner, but more importantly, the desire to do good with this global platform.
100 Miles: To Build a Bridge
Now nominated for 2-Emmy Awards – Best Documentary and Best Photography
Professional ultra runner Mario Mendoza sets out to run a 100-miles in a single day with the goal of inspiring, uniting and bridging the divide between the people and countries he loves – America and Mexico.
Produced/Directed by Eric Lindstrom
Faith In The Future
Brooks Running presents a story about Mario’s passion to invest in the future generations.
Produced/Filmed by Ryan Scura, Andy Cochrane, and Adam Wells.
This story also covers Mario’s passion to protect the trails we run on.
Three Hours of Joy
Ultrarunner Mario Mendoza set a new 50k treadmill world record.
Mendoza finished the 31 miles in 2:59:03, smashing the old record by 46 seconds. This is the inspiring story behind Mendoza and the record attempt..
Produced/Directed by Eric Lindstrom