Run-A-Thon

City League's 2nd Annual Run-A-Thon Fundraiser will be hosted on Thursday, October 9th at St. Mary's South Side High School Track from 5:30-7:30pm. Athletes of all abilities and ages can register individually or as part of a school or community team, and are encouraged to collect flat donations or pledges or for each lap they complete to support their school's athletic program or City League's mission. There will be an emcee, a DJ, a silent auction and sponsor booths to create a festive atmosphere. Awards will be given to the top fundraisers and runners.

What is a Run-A-Thon?

A Run-A-Thon is a fundraising event that encourages movement and community involvement. Participants will gather pledges from friends and family. Pledges can be a flat amount or a specified amount per lap they complete. At the event, participants will run or walk tallying the number of laps they are able to complete in 1 hour. Following the event, the participants will follow up with their friends and family and collect the donations based on the amount of laps they completed.

Example:

Kyla's grandmother pledges $5 per lap.

Kyla's neighbor pledges $1 per lap.

Kyla's dad pledges $10 flat donation

Kyla completes 8 laps in the 1 hour.

Kyla's grandmother donates $40.

Kyla's neighbor donates $8.

Kyla's dad donates $10.

Kyla raises $58 for her school's athletics program.

Thank you Kyla!

What is the time commitment?

The Run-A-Thon is a great way to contribute to a cause you believe in and it will only take a little more than an hour of your time. We encourage participants to spend some time reaching out to friends and family prior to the event to collect pledges. The event itself is 1 hour long.

Is there a minimum amount I need to raise?

No. City League is grateful for contributions of any amount! You can participate as an individual or as part of a team or participate without fundraising.

What if I’m not a runner?

The event is meant to include people of all abilities. If you need to walk, jog, roll, skip, we are happy to have you participate and applaud your effort regardless of speed or endurance.

Will there be prizes?

Yes! Check the Rally Up Platform for details.