LYNNWOOD—On Saturday, April 26th, Experience Momentum hosted its second annual Sweat for the Environment event, a high-energy Earth Day fitness competition and community fundraiser, donating $10,000 for environmental nonprofits throughout the Puget Sound region.
Held at the company’s Lynnwood location, this one-of-a-kind event combined wellness, community, and environmental action. Twenty-five teams of two competed in three challenging fitness events designed to test strength, stamina, and teamwork—all while raising awareness and funds for environmental causes.
While athletes vied for top scores, the real winner was the environment. Prize money went to the winners’ chosen nonprofits:
- 1st Place: $750 donation
- 2nd Place: $500 donation
- 3rd Place: $250 donation
Total Donations: $9,000 distributed among One Percent for the Planet-approved organizations.
What made the event especially powerful was the on-site presence of eight local environmental nonprofits, all sharing their missions and engaging directly with attendees:
- EarthCorps – Mobilize emerging leaders and volunteers to restore local ecosystems and grow global environmental stewards.
- The Service Board – Build community through snowboarding, mentorship, and youth leadership development for historically marginalized teens.
- Washington’s National Park Fund – The official philanthropic partner for Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks.
- North Cascades Institute – Connect people, nature, and community through transformative learning experiences in the North Cascades.
- Sound Salmon Solutions – Restore salmon habitat and educate communities about the health of our watersheds.
- Glacier Peak Institute – Provide hands-on STEM and outdoor education for youth in rural and underserved communities.
- Puget Soundkeeper – Protect and preserve the waters of Puget Sound through science, policy, and on-the-water action.
- Viva Farms – Empower beginning farmers and preserve sustainable farmland by providing resources and training.
Nonprofit leaders spoke highly of the event’s structure and impact:
“There was great energy and it was very well coordinated. The community you’ve created at Experience Momentum is so positive and engaged—I loved talking with folks. It’s not often businesses integrate what they do with their social impact goals this effectively.”
— Danielle Halstead, Development Manager, Viva Farms
“Thank you for this great donation! I really admire your company for caring about the planet and taking action. This funding will help to save our salmon!”
— Mary Brueggeman, Executive Director, Sound Salmon Solutions
“Huge congratulations! It was not only fun and high-energy, but genuinely inspiring and filled with purpose. We’re so grateful to be part of the day and for the $1,247 in donations that will support critical projects in our national parks.”
— Kristen Oliphant, Washington’s National Park Fund
About Experience Momentum
Experience Momentum is a Certified B Corporation, Climate Neutral Certified, and proud 1% for the Planet partner—donating 1% of annual revenue to vetted environmental nonprofits. Founded in 2007 by husband-and-wife duo Shanon and Kelly Tysland, the company offers integrated services in physical therapy, fitness, massage, and nutrition with locations in Lynnwood, Mill Creek, and Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood.
Rooted in a mission to help individuals and communities redefine what’s possible in their lives, Experience Momentum continues to pioneer new ways to blend purpose, health, and impact.
For more information or to get involved, visit www.experiencemomentum.com.
Source: Experience Momentum
Author: Lynnwood Times Staff
