The way
youth sports
should be.
Free, inclusive, and focused on fun. No cost, no barriers, just a team, a mentor, and a finish line for every kid.
our impact
Small moments, big impact
kids reached
collegiate students, athletes & pro volunteers
of donations go directly to programs
what we stand for
3 pillars drive everything we do
In every session, with every chapter, for every kid.
Every child feels safe, seen & celebrated
Movement is joyful, free & for everyone
Every step is a chance to grow
“I didn't know
I was fast.
Now I know I'm fast.”
Mia, age 7 / Run Charlottesville
Founded
2018
our model
How RYC works
RYC began as a small community initiative in Charlottesville, Virginia. One chapter, a few college athletes, and a belief that every kid deserves an introduction to sports.
Today we run 86 chapters across the United States and international programs in Rwanda, Nigeria, and India, with Jamaica launching next, reaching over 13,000 kids and counting.
U.S. Chapters
Two 6-week seasons, one hour a week, led by college student-athletes.
International
Weeklong sports camps run with local partners. Including meals, healthcare, and lots more.
get involved
3 ways to join the run
in the wild
Moments from the movement
find your city
Chapters in 86 cities.
More every season.
Give every kid a place to start.
100% of your gift goes directly to free programming. Zero overhead, all impact.
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Wear the mission.
Fuel the movement.
Tees, crewnecks, and chapter gear. Every order helps fuel another kid's first season.
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