Children's Fitness Fund

Children's Fitness Fund

Organization: Southern Arizona Roadrunners

Geographic Scope: Southern Arizona (Tucson and surrounding areas)

Background: Established in 1991, the Children's Fitness Fund provides money for community endeavors that promote life-long fitness for children. The programs funded by SAR focus on the development of healthy lifestyles for children, with emphasis on running-related activities. SAR seeks to fund programs that prepare children for a lifetime of individual exercise, regardless of physical condition or ability.

Funding Source: Each SAR race contributes approximately 10% of its profits to finance the Children's Fitness Fund.

Eligibility & Focus Areas

• Programs that promote running-related activities for children
• Programs that develop healthy lifestyles for children
• Programs that prepare children for a lifetime of individual exercise
• Community-based organizations, schools, and youth groups

What SAR Does NOT Fund

• Administrative costs

Application Details

• First round 2026: Applications accepted in fall for review by SAR Board at September meeting
• Historically, programs have applied for $100-$1,000
• Applications reviewed on the second Monday of every month at board meetings until funding is used up
• Approval and Distribution: Usually occurs by mid-September each year
• Funding Contingency: Contingent upon all essential factors in the proposal remaining the same (activity, site, beneficiaries, duration, etc.)
• Reporting Requirement: A report must be sent to SAR after funds have been used to highlight benefits brought to recipients
• Reapplication Policy: Previous grant recipients may apply again; however, new applicants will be considered first

Contact

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