Working with Community Run Clubs: Tips for Events

Across the country, run clubs have surged in popularity in recent years. These organizations, which include groups for brand-new runners, serious competitors, and everyone in between, are often great partners for race organizers trying to put on and grow a race in any community. Club leaders and members can be valuable resources when looking for participants and volunteers for your event. Plus, if you pull off a fun and well-organized race on a run club’s home turf, you’ll have loyal participants for years to come. Run clubs can also help plan and promote your event by offering training programs, helping spread the word, providing local expertise, and more. In return, your race can help clubs fundraise, grow, and encourage healthy competition. Here are some tips for pa...