Who Is Run for Grace, Inc.?
We're Run for Grace, Inc., a nonprofit organization on a mission to remove financial barriers so student-athletes across the Antelope Valley have the opportunity to run, compete, and thrive. 💫
We provide running shoes, gear, race entries, and other competition-related support to students who may not otherwise have access to them. We believe running changes lives by building confidence, resilience, mental strength... and occasionally a healthy obsession with buying running shoes...Lots and LOTS OF SHOES!! 👟
Why Your Support Matters
When you join Team Run for Grace, you're doing more than earning a finisher's medal. You're helping a local student-athlete stay in the sport they love.
Here's something that surprised us: a quality pair of running shoes averages around $175, and many high school runners go through three to four pairs each season. (Yes, really. Runners somehow wear out shoes faster than parents wear out their wallets.🤑)
For many families, that's simply not possible. Your fundraising helps remove that barrier so students can focus on training, competing, and chasing their goals instead of worrying about whether their shoes will make it through another workout.
Imagine when you were 16? Wasn't there enough to worry about?
What's In It for You?
Besides the satisfaction of making a real difference (and maybe some cramps and tired legs), you'll receive:
- Guaranteed entry into the 2026 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon or LA 5K
- Discounted membership to the Los Angeles Road Runners for $50 (normally $150)
- Recognition on our website and social media
- Complimentary Race Day VIP Hospitality Tent access for marathon participants
- Official Team Run for Grace race singlet
- On-course Team Run for Grace support at Miles 20 and 25 (because everyone needs encouragement when questioning their life choices around Mile 20)
- Team celebration and appreciation meetup
Fundraising Commitment
ASICS Los Angeles Marathon
- Minimum fundraising commitment: $750
- Due by April 30, 2026
LA 5K
- Minimum fundraising commitment: $150
- Due by April 30, 2026
Joining the Team 🤝
We're not looking for the fastest runners. We're looking for people who care about making a difference.
Every applicant completes a short questionnaire and joins us for a brief virtual chat. It's simply a chance to get to know each other, answer questions, and make sure we're a great fit. Think of it as less of an interview and more of a conversation with fellow runners.🎙️💬
Get started by signing up ⤵️
Click here to register to be a part of Team Run for Grace
Questions?🤔
Send us an email at info@runforgrace.org.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, checking "run a marathon" off your bucket list, or just wondering why anyone voluntarily runs 3.1 or 26.2 miles, we'd love to have you on Team Run for Grace.
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