Running for a Better Oakland relies on the generosity of our community and our program partners to make each season a success. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today or supporting RBO in another way.
Donate by Check!
Checks may be mailed to the following address:
Running for a Better Oakland, PO Box 20433, Oakland, CA 94620
Start a Fundraiser for RBO!
RBO has been extremely fortunate to have several community members support our program by organizing fundraising campaigns that encourage their friends, family, and social networks to contribute to our program. More information on starting fundraising campaigns for RBO (including a step-by-step guide!) can be found below.
Corporate Matching!
Companies often provide matching gifts for their employees’ charitable donations. RBO is authorized to accept matching funds with Benevity which supports many corporate matching and giving programs. Check with your employer to double your gift!
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Running for a Better Oakland is a 501(c)(3) non-profit with designated status from the IRS. Your monetary donation is tax-deductible as allowed by law. Our tax exemption number is #27-3509778.
Ready to start your fundraising campaign?
First, gather some engaging content for your campaign that will capture the attention of your network:
Check out the RBO Photo Archive to search through photos from RBO practices, races, and other events over the years!
Write your “RBO Story” to share how the program has impacted you, your family, and/or your future.
Look through our Annual Reports for detailed information and statistics on our program throughout the years.
Second, select a platform to launch your fundraiser:
Throughout the years, RBO fundraising champions have used a wide variety of online platforms to launch their campaigns including facebook, GoFundMe, and more.
Another great option is to launch an email fundraiser and share the direct donation link below.
Direct Donation Link: https://www.rboakland.org/?form=FUNVNFQQZCX
Third, start your campaign!
Please let us know your fundraiser is launching so that we can support your campaign on social media channels!
Thank you for launching a fundraising campaign for RBO!
Your donations at work
Running for a Better Oakland is tuition-free for all students, thanks to the generous donations of our community.
Every student receives an RBO performance running shirt, new running shoes, healthy snacks, entries to local races, and relentless encouragement from our youth coaches, volunteers, and coaches as they progress through a structured running program.
Students in their senior year of high school are eligible to receive scholarships for participation. RBO has provided graduating seniors with college & career scholarships every year since 2017.
Whenever RBO travels to a race that is not close to Lake Merritt, we provide free transportation for students and their families so that every runner has an opportunity to participate.
RBO also provides healthy snacks, experienced runner mentorship, professional coaching, nutritional education, and expert guest speakers.
RBO helps volunteer coaches get USATF certification, as well as CPR, AED, and first aid certifications.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING RBO!
“I pushed my boundaries by doing things other teenagers around me weren’t doing.”