Changing lives.
One mile at a time.
Season 34 Kick Off
January 24th, 8am
KLife Building 305 E 18th St
Interested in joining next season as a runner or mentor? Email us using the link below and let us know which role you’re applying for
Who We Are
Our mission is to challenge youth to experience the benefits of goal-setting, character development, adult mentoring and improved health by providing them with a truly life changing experience, the training for and completion of a half marathon.
Giving
Our program is provided at no cost to our youth runners. It is funded by private donations and our annual RTS Woolaroc 8k. Youth runners are provided everything they need, from shoes to race registration fees, to attain their goal of finishing a half marathon with RTS.
Over The Last 5 Years
405
Youth have completed a season with Run the Streets
274
Mentors have volunteered with Run the Streets
1,500
Collective miles have been logged from our youth
Did You Know?
Youth who have a mentor are 55% more likely to enroll in college and 78% more likely to volunteer regularly in their community
Mentorship has been shown to have a positive impact on a youth's mental health, including increased self-esteem and decreased symptoms of depression
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