The Road Runners Club of America’s Kids Run the Nation Grant Fund provides financial support to running clubs, schools, and community-based nonprofits that are launching or currently offering inclusive youth running programs—welcoming children of all genders and abilities.
Donor Name: Road Runners Club of America
State: All States
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/01/2025
Size of the Grant: Less than $1000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funding Information
Small grants ranging from $500 to $1,000 will be awarded to youth running programs throughout the U.S.
Uses of funds
- Marketing materials, brochures, posters, fliers, and other printed or digital materials informing grown-ups about the program
- Advertising the program in a community newspaper or website
- Hosting a program website
- Permit or usage fees to use a local park or running track
- Hydration supplies, including water bottles, cups, or coolers
- Snacks and meals for program participants
- Shoes, apparel, and accessories for program participants
- Incentives and awards such as Toe Tokens®, ribbons, shirts, water bottles, backpack tags, patches, etc.
- Mileage logs, worksheets, and other written and digital materials for program participants
- Agility, training, and timing equipment such as cones, hurdles, stopwatches, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
- Running clubs, events, or other organizations with the IRS 501(c)(3) designation are eligible to apply
- Elementary, middle, and high schools that provide an organized running program (before school, during school, or after school) are eligible as well
- All applicants must be an official 501(c)(3), school, parent booster club, PTA, or a similar entity
- No grants will be given to individuals under any circumstances.
For more information, visit RRCA.
