Run Minnesota

Run Minnesota is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to serve the running community throughout Minnesota and beyond. We support runners of all ages and abilities through education, programs and advocacy. Whether you run socially, recreationally or competitively, Run Minnesota can help you achieve your running goals.

We have exciting goals for 2024 – and your contribution will make it possible for us to support even more runners of all ages and abilities during the next year and beyond. You'll also help ensure we can continue:

• hosting free community races like our Black Friday 5k
• providing free group runs like our Minnesota Polar Bears
• offering free entry to our races and training programs for those experiencing financial barriers and those who have historically been excluded from the sport

Contributions of all sizes are welcome! Here are some specific things your gift could support:

$40 - $75
covers one entry fee to a Run Minnesota race
$150
covers cost for one person to participate in our online training program
$250
covers cost for one person to participate in our group training program
$500
helps bring one Run Minnesota Magazine article to life by compensating our writers and photographers

Other Ways to Give
• A Season of Giving - Give to the Max Day isn't the only day you can show your support. Make a contribution online through this page anytime between now and December 31 to help us reach our $10,000 goal.
• Give a gift - shop our online store to find the perfect holiday gift for someone in your life. We have sweatshirts, socks, jackets and more.
• Become a member - join Run Minnesota to get access to a host of great benefits, including discounts on our races and training programs, discounts at participating running stores, discounts on Run Minnesota merchandise and a complimentary copy of our Annual Training Log & Race Calendar.