Author: Alex Hetherington, MCMO Race Director
Running is often celebrated as a solitary sport, but its true magic lies in the connections it fosters when shared with others. Nonprofit running clubs embody this spirit, transforming a simple activity into a vehicle for personal growth, community building, and collective empowerment.
These clubs are driven by more than helping individuals to find fulfillment through running—they are fueled by a shared obligation to uplift each other and their broader communities. By prioritizing inclusion, they sustain commitment and create opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to find camaraderie, develop skills, and pursue both competition and wellness goals. In this way, running clubs play an indispensable role in maintaining the vibrancy of every running community. As we enter the holiday season, please consider researching your local running clubs and joining the one that’s most closely aligned with your goals, priorities, and values.
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