Running to
improve education and
to empower communities
Organized by five 9th grade friends who believe in the value of community,
the importance of education, and the power of running
Meet the Organizers
With Special Thanks To Our Event Sponsors
And Our Donors
Owen and Maya in Tehachapi, CA
Nicholas in Harmony, CA
Lynn in Folsom, CA
Kate and Jason in Folsom, CA
Jeff and Carla in Folsom, CA
John and Becky in Folsom, CA
Rick and Maureen in Bluffton, SC
Scott and Carin in Gilbert, AZ
Young and Carrie in Folsom, CA
Carrie in Folsom, CA
Kevin in Oakland, CA
Brian and Carie in Placerville, CA
Lucas in Madison, WI
Art in Fresno, CA
Tricia in Eugene, OR
Stephen in Danville, CA
Mark and Veronica in Folsom, CA
Ryan in Wilsonville, OR
Yvette in Lafayette, IN
Alan and Susan in Mesa, AZ
Joneen in Rio Vista, CA
Steffan and Suzie in San Jose, CA
Ruth and Larry in Yucaipa, CA
John and Roberta in Fullerton, CA
Rhonda and Jim in Folsom, CA
Dana in Roseville, CA
Jeff in Roseville, CA
Felipe in Chico, CA
Wes in Granite Bay, CA
Erin in Elk Grove, CA
Gabe and Alana in El Dorado Hills, CA
Anthony in Bellevue, WA
What Teachers Are Saying
"All I can say is THANK YOU!!! I am so excited that my students will be able to explore texts that reflect aspects of their own lives and that of their peers."
"Thanks to you, our classroom is now even more vibrant, engaged, and full of enthusiasm for learning. These supplies not only help our students express their creativity but also ensure they have the tools they need to succeed every day. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference."
"I love that these donations came from your local organization, Lace Up For Learning, that hosted a charity run to fund projects like mine. I think it is so special that some older students in our community are supporting their younger peers. Thank you so much for what you do!"
"Thank you once again for your generosity. I am overwhelmed and excited. The start of the school year is going to be all the easier due to your donation."
"Your contributions have made a significant impact on our learning environment, providing us with the resources we need to succeed and thrive. Your dedication to our education does not go unnoticed, and we are truly thankful for your ongoing support. Thanks to your kindness, we now have access to materials and tools that will enhance our educational experience and help us reach our full potential."
"Words cannot express my gratitude for helping fund this classroom project."
"This much-needed projector will help maximize instructional time, benefit us for years to come, and facilitate visual presentations and videos... [It] has transformed how my students learn by making lessons more interactive and visually engaging."
"Thank you again for your generosity, it is donors like you that keep my class motivated and engaged in academics."