RBO’S NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: JESSICA DE LEON!
We are thrilled to share exciting news! The Board of Directors of Running for a Better Oakland (RBO) has appointed Jessica (JDL) de Leon as our new Interim Executive Director. Jess is a Bay Area native, passionate runner, and community leader. She brings more than a decade of leadership experience, a commitment to youth engagement, and strong partnership-building skills. As the founder of Hella Bae Running, a Bay Area–based women’s running community, she has shown how running can connect, inspire, and empower people of all ages. We are excited to have Jess lead RBO as we launch our Fall 2025 Season on September 20th. Please join us in welcoming her and supporting this exciting new chapter for our organization.
RBO’s Mission
Our mission is to empower all school age Oakland children, regardless of ability, to go the extra mile - in running and in life - by providing access to meaningful running programs.
RBO’s Vision
Our vision is a community in joyful motion.
Empowering Young Runners
Produced, directed, and edited by Arianna Ayala and Kellen Balla of Anbu Media
Ready to get involved?
Whether you are an experienced runner or just getting started, we would love to have you run with us this season! We meet on Saturday mornings at Snow Park by Lake Merritt during the fall and spring seasons.
“My son likes to exercise with his friends around, and my daughter is shy, but running with others opens her up. They love RBO.”