GIVING NEWS
Want to stay up to date on the latest press releases and news about charity and giving in the running, cycling and triathlon industries? Scroll below to view all endurance sport giving news.
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April 22, 2021
The DONNA Foundation Announces “Mother’s Day Your Way” Virtual Event
April, 2021 — Jacksonville, Fla. — The DONNA Foundation invites families around the nation to show their appreciation for moms through the AARP DONNA Mother’s Day Your Way, driven by the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships. This virtual event, a new addition to the DONNA Signature Event lineup in 2021,...
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April 20, 2021
We’re Stronger, Together: Davis Phinney Foundation’s TEAM DPF Launches Season as Official Charity Partner with Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
DURANGO, COLO.— What a difference a year makes. We are thrilled to announce that the Davis Phinney Foundation [https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/] will be bringing back in-person events at limited capacity for athletes of all abilities who would like to participate in live athletic and fundraising events in 2021. And we’ll kick off...
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April 15, 2021
Cotopaxi Joins Climate Neutral
Salt Lake City, UT, (April 15th, 2021)—Cotopaxi is proud to announce its carbon neutrality. As of today, Cotopaxi is Climate Neutral Certified, which is an independent and rigorous certification program that verifies a company has achieved net-zero carbon emissions for the entirety of its carbon footprint. Climate Neutral, a non-profit...
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April 15, 2021
Team Evergreen Announces BOA Technology as Presenting Sponsor of The Hundo
EVERGREEN, COLO, April 15, 2021 — Team Evergreen Cycling, a cycling organization that prides itself on thoughtful philanthropic impact, is pleased to announce BOA® Technology as the presenting sponsor of this year’s Hundo mountain bike race, taking place on June 19th in the Buffalo Creek trail system. BOA Technology Inc.,...
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April 13, 2021
Miami Dolphins host Record Breaking Dolphins Challenge Cancer 100 Mile Ride Raising $5.5M for Cancer Research at Sylvester
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Miami Dolphins hosted its eleventh annual Dolphins Challenge Cancer (DCC XI) on Saturday, April 10, 2021. Led by its iconic 100-mile ride throughout the most scenic parts of South Florida, the DCCis the largest fundraising event by any sports franchise raising funds for life-saving cancer...
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April 12, 2021
MYLAPS and GivenGain partner up to enhance charity fundraising
Haarlem/Villars-sur-Ollon - MYLAPS Sports Timing and GivenGain have announced an agreement to offer free charity fundraising to mass sports events in the EMEA, Asia & Pacific regions. The partnership helps sports events to increase their social impact by giving back to the community. MYLAPS is the inventor of automated sports...
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April 10, 2021
2021 Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group National Championships in Milwaukee Sold Out
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced that the Toyota USA Triathlon Age Group Sprint and Olympic-Distance National Championships, scheduled for Aug. 6-8 in Milwaukee, are sold out. While both National Championship divisions are at capacity, a limited number of spots remain available for the sprint- and Olympic-distance Time...
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April 6, 2021
GU Energy Labs® and TerraCycle® Celebrate the Partnership’s Six-Year Anniversary & Significant Recycling Milestone
TRENTON, N.J., April 6, 2021 – Leading sports nutrition brand GU Energy Labs and international recycling leader TerraCycle®celebrate their six-year partnership with two milestones: upcycling more than 1.7 million pieces of performance nutrition packaging through their Performance Nutrition Recycling Program and a donation to-date of $19,000 to schools and nonprofit...
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April 6, 2021
Mountain Hardwear Announces 2021 Non-Profit Partnerships
Richmond, Calif. (April 06, 2021)- Mountain Hardwear, a leader in performance equipment and apparel for climbers, mountaineers, and athletes, announced its 2021 non-profit partnerships will include long-time allies American Alpine Club and American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), and new additions, Protect Our Winters (POW) and YES Nature to Neighborhoods. The...
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April 6, 2021
Bridges of Hope Ride joins forces with Maryland Cycling Classic to bring Chairman’s ride event to Baltimore County this Labor Day Weekend
BALTIMORE, Maryland– The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) Bridges of Hope Ride will take place on Saturday, September 4, 2021, and is the official “Chairman’s Ride” for the Maryland Cycling Classic. The Chairman’s Ride is part of an epic weekend of cycling events in Baltimore culminating with the Maryland Cycling Classic,...
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April 5, 2021
HOKA x Cotopaxi “Chase The Bright Side” Questival Adventure Race Encourages Do Good and Time To Fly Participation
(Salt Lake City, UT.) Apr. 5, 2021 – Outdoor and B Corp brand Cotopaxi today announces that its flagship community-driven adventure race event, Questival, is returning in 2021 with a new theme and new challenges in collaboration with leading footwear brand HOKA ONE ONE® and their partner organization Big City...
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April 1, 2021
Team Evergreen Launches Session Series at Floyd Hill
EVERGREEN, COLO, April 1, 2021 -- Team Evergreen introduces the Session Series at Floyd Hill - a new weeknight short-course enduro series with a weekend finale on The Sluice, a highlight acclaimed trail at Floyd Hill in Clear Creek. The Sluice, originally known as Segment 4, opened for the first...
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March 30, 2021
USA Triathlon Foundation Announces Recipients of $59,250 in Additional COVID-19 Relief Fund Grants
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The USA Triathlon Foundation, in partnership with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), today announced the 27 recipients of nearly $60,000 in grant funding through the second round of the USA Triathlon Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund. The fund was established last April to support multisport community members...
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March 30, 2021
Title Nine Announces Pitchfest Dedicated to Supporting Women-Owned Nonprofits
Emeryville, Calif. (March 30, 2021)- Title Nine, the adventure and outdoor apparel retailer that encourages women to lead, risk, and own, is proud to announce its inaugural Pitchfest Nonprofit Edition (Pitchfest NPE). After three successful years of Pitchfest Outdoor Edition,designed to help women-owned brands bring their products to a larger...
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March 30, 2021
Challenged Athletes Foundation Funds All Qualified Grant Applicants Totaling $5.1 Million of Support for 3,038 Challenged Athletes Across 94 Sports and Activities
SAN DIEGO, CA – March 30, 2021 – Dedicated to providing life-changing access to sports, Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) is thrilled to announce its most meaningful grant distribution ever. Despite one of the most difficult years in recent history, CAF was able to fully fund all qualified 2021 grant applications...
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March 30, 2021
Beti Bike Bash p/b Yeti Cycles Returns this Fall to Colorado
EVERGREEN, COLO, March 30, 2021 - The Beti Bike Bash p/b by Yeti Cycles will return to Lakewood, CO for the 11th time on October 3rd. Registration is now open. The nation's largest women's-only mountain bike race, produced by Team Evergreen, prides itself on bringing together the cycling community in...
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March 29, 2021
Cotopaxi Releases 2020 Impact Report
Salt Lake City, UT. (March 29, 2021) -- Today, Cotopaxi—Benefit Corporation and outdoor gear and apparel brand—released its annual Global Reporting Initiative referencing impact report. The report aims to provide balanced and quantified information with regards to the brand’s holistic corporate social responsibility performance as well as to its giving...
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March 29, 2021
Registration Now Open for USA Duathlon Virtual Run-Bike-Run Presented by RaceX
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon today announced the opening of registration for the second annual USA Duathlon Virtual Run-Bike-Run presented by RaceX, a virtual multisport challenge set for April 15-May 3. The event is free to enter. Participants have the option to make a $35 donation to the USA...
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March 26, 2021
JackRabbit and Boulder Running Company Announce #BOULDERSTRONG Relief Effort
Denver, CO — March 26th, 2021 - JackRabbit and Boulder Running Company have launched the #BOULDERSTRONG Relief Effort in support of the Colorado Healing Fund #BOULDERSTRONG RELIEF RUN In light of the recent tragedy in Boulder, Colorado, we invite the running community to come together and show your support in the...
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March 26, 2021
Gourdy’s Pumpkin Run Launches 2021 Season with Girls On The Run As National Charity Partner
NEW YORK - The popular fall race has officially launched it’s 2021 schedule, with multiple location-based events back on the calendar for its tenth year in action. After being awarded top five “Best Virtual Race Experience” of the decade by the BibRave 100, Gourdy’s Virtual Run has also made its...
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March 25, 2021
Top Out Adventures Launches Partnership with Run 2 Revive
Top Out Adventures, a premier adventure travel guide company based in Dallas, is proud to announce their partnership with Run 2 Revive, a leading non-profit dedicated to ending both Alzheimer’s and ALS disease - two devastating neurodegenerative disorders. Says Top Out founder Dave Smithey of the partnership: “our mission as...
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March 24, 2021
Tour Of Sufferlandria Exceeds Expectations For The Davis Phinney Foundation
Mythical Nation, Worldwide — Wahoo SUF, an online platform that provides fierce (and fun) cycling, yoga, and strength training workouts for people all over the world and the Davis Phinney Foundation, raised $390,000 this year in their 9th annual Tour of Sufferlandria. In this remarkable year marked with uncertainty, fundraisers...
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March 18, 2021
Dick Hoyt, who ran 32 Boston Marathons while pushing his son, dies at 80
Dick Hoyt, who competed in 32 Boston Marathons while pushing his son, Rick, in a custom racing chair, has died at the age of 80, according to the Boston Athletic Association. Hoyt died Wednesday morning of heart failure. Boston 25 News
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March 17, 2021
Spartan Kids Foundation + Blessings in a Backpack Kick-Off Food & Fitness Campaign to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Kids
Boston — Spartan Kids Foundation, the not-for-profit arm of the world's leading endurance sports and wellness brand Spartan, is expanding its alliance with Blessings in a Backpack, one of the nation's largest providers of donated food for kids. Together, they're launching a new Food & Fitness initiative called "Spartan KidFit"...
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March 16, 2021
Headsweats Partners with Humane Society of Central Oregon to Give Animals a New Life through Baxter Collection
BOULDER, Colo. March 16, 2021 – Headsweats, the leader in high performance apparel and headwear, has partnered with the Humane Society of Central Oregon to support their mission to advocate and care for animals. Twenty percent of proceeds from the Headsweats animal-themed Baxter Collection of performance gear will be donated...