MRWH: Charity Teams and How Running Can Help...Kids Play Sports for Free

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run for a charity team at a major marathon? How do you get selected, what is required, and why might you want to consider it for your next race?   Today we’re talking to Amber Weiner. National Development Director for Volo Kids Foundation. An organization dedicated to building communities of active, resilient, and confident kids through quality sports programs and opportunities at no cost to families.   For over 5 years their New York City marathon team has served over 1,000 kids! This year they were selected once again to participate as a charity in the New York City marathon! Just recently were also selected to participate as a charity in the Marine Corps Marathon also known as the People’s Marathon - Its impeccable organization and iconic course managed by the US Marines has given it a major reputation in the community.   This episode is not only going to explore how running for a charity team works but why it matters and more specifically how running can help…kids run for free.   For more information on Volo Kids Foundation or to register for one of their marathon teams go to ⁠www.volokids.org⁠