Runs For A Purpose organizes virtual races that help individuals, teams, and organizations raise awareness and funds for important causes through running or walking.
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participants that helped make a difference
Raised for various charity organizations
different charities we have raised funds for
are first-time runners & walkers
A collection of photos submitted by runners and walkers who took part in Runs For A Purpose virtual charity races from their own neighborhoods, trails, and communities.
Participating in a Runs For A Purpose virtual charity race is simple and can be completed from anywhere, at any time.
Sign up for an upcoming virtual charity race supporting a cause you care about.
Run or walk your race on your own schedule in your neighborhood, on a trail, or on a treadmill.
Record your distance and submit your time to print your finisher certificate.
Your participation helps raise awareness and funds for the organization behind the race.
People of all ages, fitness levels, and locations join Runs For A Purpose virtual charity races to walk or run for causes that matter to them.
Individuals & Families
People of all fitness levels join our virtual charity races to walk or run for causes they care about, from wherever they are.
Running Groups & Friends
Friends, run clubs, and informal groups join the same virtual charity race and complete it together from their own locations.
Teams & Companies
Companies and teams register participants in our virtual charity races as part of wellness programs, team challenges, or community impact initiatives.
Runs For A Purpose organizes virtual charity races throughout the year, each supporting a specific cause and nonprofit organization while allowing participants to run or walk from anywhere.
Race Date:
May 11-17, 2026
Supporting:
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental IllnessA virtual charity race supporting the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) that raises awareness for mental health while participants run or walk from anywhere.
Race Date:
September 6-12, 2026
A virtual race that raises awareness for mental health and suicide prevention while participants run or walk from anywhere.
Race Date:
October -15, 2026
Supporting:
Share, Pregnancy & Infant Loss SupportA virtual charity race supporting the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) that raises awareness for mental health while participants run or walk from anywhere.
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Here are answers to common questions about how virtual charity races work, how to participate, and what you can expect.
Choose a cause you care about and complete your run or walk from anywhere while supporting a charity.
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