For many athletes, racing is more than just chasing a PR or crossing the line. It’s an opportunity to make a difference. Some of the runners in our community are running for charity, using their races to raise money and awareness for causes that matter.
They are taking their training and turning it into something bigger by running for charity. As they prepare for their upcoming race, they’re also raising money for causes that are important to them. Below are the athletes who are racing for a cause this season. If you’re able, consider supporting their fundraising efforts or sharing their pages to help them reach their goals.
Meet Our Charity Runners
Sabrina – Running Disney Wine & Dine 5k and Half Marathon
Sabrina will be running the Walt Disney World Wine & Dine 5k and Half Marathon, two races on one weekend, while raising money for Children With Diabetes.
Team Children With Diabetes is a non-profit organization that serves families and individuals living with type 1 diabetes. For 30 years, CWD has built a strong, supportive community that provides vital support, education, and empowerment to individuals and families facing the challenges of type 1 diabetes. Their commitment to fostering connection, sharing knowledge, and raising awareness continues to make a tremendous impact – touching the lives of people in the type 1 diabetes community when they need it the most.
Learn more and support their fundraiser here: https://www.classy.org/fundraiser/7032023
Sabrina – Running Disney Dopey Challenge
Sabrina will be running the Walt Disney World Dopey Challenge while raising money for A Running Passion. This challenge is made up of all four races on one weekend for a total of 48.6 miles – a 5k on Thursday, a 10k on Friday, a Half Marathon on Saturday, and a Marathon on Sunday.
A Running Passion enhances the lives of young people involved in the sports of cross country and track and field through education, guidance, coaching, programming, and removing financial barriers associated with participation in those sports. They see how sports can instill confidence, independence, and resilience in young individuals, leading to not only athletic success but also academic achievement.
Learn more and support their fundraiser here: https://runsignup.com/Race/158883/Donate/i0s8NDlOGXccgEqv
Joan – Running Disney Half Marathon
Joan will be running the Walt Disney World Half Marathon while raising money for A Running Passion.
A Running Passion enhances the lives of young people involved in the sports of cross country and track and field through education, guidance, coaching, programming, and removing financial barriers associated with participation in those sports. They see how sports can instill confidence, independence, and resilience in young individuals, leading to not only athletic success but also academic achievement.
Learn more and support their fundraiser here: https://runsignup.com/joanscriv
Why Athletes Choose to Run for Charity
Running is often a personal sport, and many athletes choose to connect their races to causes that matter to them. Some run to honor loved ones. Others want to support medical research, community programs, or organizations that have made a difference in people’s lives.
Whatever the motivation, runners are using their training and race day efforts to create a positive impact far beyond the finish line. Every mile becomes an opportunity to make a difference.
How You Can Help
Training for a race takes dedication, time, and commitment. Adding a fundraising goal on top of that makes the journey even more meaningful and more challenging.
If you’d like to support these runners:
- Donate to one or more fundraising pages
- Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program
- Share their fundraising pages or this page with family and friends
- Encourage them as they continue their training
Every contribution, whether it’s large or small, helps move their cause forward and is greatly appreciated.
These runners are putting in the miles not only for themselves, but for causes that matter. If you’re able, take a moment to support their fundraising efforts and help them make an even bigger impact.
Are you a Rise Endurance athlete or club member running a race for charity?
Reach out to Coach Joan and have your donation link listed to help spread the word.
