Joey and Zayden Take on the Spartan Kids Race for a Greater Cause

Written By eric hintz

Watch them in action, and join us in continuing this mission—because no obstacle is too great when we face it together.

Two Friends. One Mission.

At first glance, it was just two friends—Joey and Zayden—running through mud, jumping over walls, and laughing their way through a Spartan Kids Race in Cincinnati. But for them, it was much more than a day of adventure—it was about showing what’s possible when community, kindness, and purpose come together.

Racing to Give Back

Joey, who lives with low vision, co-founded Vision Nonprofit to help kids like him gain access to essential tools for learning and living—like iPads and assistive tech. But this race wasn’t about receiving. It was about giving.

Joey and Zayden ran the course not just as teammates, but as part of a movement. Thanks to the generous support of Spartan Kids and the Spartan brand, Vision Nonprofit was given 75 race tickets to sell—with 100% of the proceeds going directly toward helping children with significant vision loss.

The Spartan Spirit

This wasn’t just a fundraiser. It was a reflection of the Spartan community’s values: grit, compassion, and lifting each other up. From the racers who bought tickets to the families who came out to cheer, every moment was proof of how powerful it is when people come together for a cause.

A Race with Impact

Watching Joey and Zayden tackle the course together reminded us that resilience and friendship go hand in hand. These two showed that even the smallest racers can make a big impact—and that with support, kids with vision loss can overcome any obstacle.

We are so grateful to Spartan Kids and to everyone who helped turn this event into real change. Together, we’re not just crossing finish lines—we’re removing barriers and proving that anything is possible when we support one another.

🎟️ Want to join the race and support the cause?
Grab your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/visionnonprofit

💙 Prefer to donate directly to the mission?
Visit our Spartan fundraiser page: https://fundraise.spartan.com/page/Eric-25232662

eric hintz
Eric Hintz is a design focused experienced shooter, producer, director, and editor passionate about life and culture. Eric currently lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with his awesome wife Jillian and rambunctious puppy Corbin. In 2005, Eric graduated from the College Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Electronic Media. During his academic career he was a Production Assistant for the Electronic Media Division where he assisted professors and students with media related issues, productions, and technologies. While also working for the UC Presentation Services and Technologies Group assisting in field production and support of streaming media events. In 2004 Eric was selected as the sole recipient for a one year student exchange program, sponsored by Procter & Gamble, that recognized a UC Electronic Media major who exhibited a strong interest in global media industries. The program consisted of a 6 month study at the Ludwig-Maximillians University as well as an internship at Bayerischer Rundfunk, a public broadcasting company, in Munich, Germany. Eric has also worked on, filmed, produced and edited various projects including independent films, music videos, commercials, sporting events, and corporate videos. He just wrapped up a behind the scenes promo piece for 513{eats} and a music video for Switchblade Scarlett - Check out the Recent Work section for more. An important aspect of his life includes family and friends. He also enjoys photography, graphic design, reading, cooking and travel.
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