RUN to Change Lives

23/04/2024

Calling All Change-makers: We want you to join the RUN to Change Lives™ Elite Ambassador Program 2024!

Are you ready to inspire and be inspired? Do you dream of crossing the finish line knowing you’ve made a difference? If that sounds like you, then you might just be our next Elite Ambassador!

We’re on the hunt to sponsor passionate individuals ready to embark on a new way to achieve their fitness goals. Whether you're eyeing your first 5K or leveling up to a new distance, we want to sponsor you and empower you to share your story and motivate others along the way.

What’s it all about? You set a fitness goal, preferably participating in a race event of your choice, choose a cause or charity that will benefit from your achievement, and take us on your journey. We will pay for your race! There are no fundraising minimums. Your fitness goal may also be entirely different from participating in a race event; just let us know in the application.

As an RTCL Elite Ambassador, you’ll have the unique opportunity to:
* Set and conquer your personal health and fitness goals.
* Rally support for a cause close to your heart.
* Share your transformative journey with an engaged and supportive community.

What’s in it for you? Apart from the thrill of achievement and the joy of giving back, you’ll enjoy:
* Paid registration to a race event of your choice (dollar limits apply)
* Branded RUN to Change Lives™ apparel.
* Exclusive retail discounts and offers.
* A dedicated team to support your journey.
* A chance to partner with top brands for sponsorships and product testing.

We have a limited number of slots for the 2024 season, and selections will be based on inspiring stories, and your commitment to share your journey and engage with the RTCL community. Fill out our application form, and we’ll ask you to tell us your story, your “why,” and how you plan to take us along on your journey.

📅 The deadline to apply is midnight this Sunday, April 28th, so don’t wait – apply now and let’s go further together!
Apply here: https://forms.gle/cEWvyuUZLgbZC3Fd9

12/02/2024

February’s Elite Ambassador of the month is someone who just recently started running again and boy did he make a come back!

He has recently been a Marshall for his local park run AND run director! He has even completed the most recent Marcothon! Which is a month long run streak! Then he completed the Hardmoors Half Marathon!

Welcome back and Congratulations

18/01/2024

January EA of the Month!

January’s Elite Ambassador of the Month is someone who has no quit. In fact, I’m sure he doesn’t know the meaning of the word. Over the years, this individual has competed in a variety of different races, ranging from a 5k to ultra marathons. While doing all this, he still spends quality time with those he loves and volunteers for marshal duties at his local park run!

As our EA of the Month returns from an injury, he continues to show us that patience, consistency, and hard work do pay off!

Congratulations Stewart Kibble!

31/12/2023

Thank You for Making 2023 Exceptional🙏

Thanks to this fantastic community of movers, in 2023 we raised over $81,000 for organizations like the Help and Hope Center, It’s A Calling Foundation, Second Wind Fund, Speak Your Truth, Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation, and others.

At RUN to Change Lives, we are driven by a shared vision: changing lives through the power of movement. We believe in the profound impact of every stride, every heartbeat, every finish line crossed.

We are excited for even bigger opportunities to change lives together in 2024!

One opportunity is our 2024 ROCK n RUN Series which you can run with us in-person or virtually. Sign up today before the price increases tonight at midnight MT for our 2024 ROCK n RUN Series, including this year’s Eddie Van Halen signature guitar medal.

24/11/2023

A HUGE SHOUT OUT and THANK YOU to our incredible VolRUNteers base that continues to grow and make our races possible. We could not do this without you, and each of you brought your game face to the 2023 Turkey ROCK Trot. This race is the largest fundraiser for the Help and Hope Center, and we are sincerely grateful!

24/11/2023

A HUGE SHOUT OUT and THANK YOU to our incredible VolRUNteers base that continues to grow and make our races possible. We could not do this without you, and each of you brought your game face to the 2023 Turkey ROCK Trot. This race is the largest fundraiser for the Help and Hope Center, and we are sincerely grateful!

Turkey ROCK Trot
Rock N RUN Series
RUN to Change Lives (Facebook Group)
Help and Hope Center

14/11/2023

🦃 The Countdown is on: Top Fittest-Flock Teams Taking the Lead at Turkey ROCK Trot! 🏁

Hey Turkey ROCK Trotters! With just over ONE week left until race day, the excitement is bubbling over to win a free $2500 level sponsorship for 2024! We're thrilled to announce our leading teams in registrations...
🌟 Renaissance Secondary School is sprinting ahead with registrations!
🌟 Shred415 Castle Rock Members is hot on their tails!
🌟 Kokopelli Racing Team isn't far behind!

There's still time to join the fun and add to these impressive numbers. Gather your crew, lace up those shoes, and let's make this final week count! Sign up now and who knows – your team might trot to the top of this leaderboard. 🥇

www.runtochangelives.org/turkeyrocktrot

12/11/2023

🦃 Meet Our Amazing Vendors at the 19th Annual Turkey ROCK Trot!

Hey Trotters! Get ready to spice up your race day at the Turkey ROCK Trot with an incredible lineup of vendors.

But wait, there's more! The first 1000 registered runners who visit and mingle with all of our vendors will receive free Chick-fil-A!

👟 Lace up, show up, and let’s give our vendors a warm Turkey ROCK Trot welcome! See you at the finish line – where the real party begins! www.runtochangelives.org/turkeyrocktrot

105 West Brewing Company
303Running
Barb's Unique Travel & Travel by Liz
Bearded Man Coffee
Bebos Mini Donuts
Built Bars
Rotary Club of Castle Rock
Christian Divine Designs
Elements Massage
Flippin' Flapjacks
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Help and Hope Center
Hydrate IV Bar Castle Rock
M & M Western Grill
Mystic Mountain Distillery
Nothing Bundt Cakes
On
Orangetheory Fitness Castle Rock
Peak to Peak Bodyworks
PR Youth Running
Renaissance Secondary School
Renewal by Andersen LLC
RNK Running & Walking
SafeSplash Swim School - Castle Rock
Sage Salon and Spa
Sawmill Marketplace
Sensational Scents
Stepping Stones Health & Wellness
StretchLab
The Sensory Spot
Übergrippen Indoor Climbing Crag - Castle Rock

31/10/2023

Last Call: Secure Your Medal 🏅 by Midnight Tonight!
The countdown is on! www.runtochangelives.org/turkerocktrot

Sign up before the clock strikes midnight tonight to ensure that your dazzling medal awaits you at the finish line of the 19th Annual Turkey ROCK Trot 5K. Don’t miss your shot at this blingy badge of achievement!

Don't miss the chance to be part of Colorado's cherished Thanksgiving tradition, where every step is a celebration, and piping hot flapjacks await you at the finish line. Hurry, gather your flock, lace-up those sneakers, and let’s trot into the holiday with hearts (and bellies!) full of warmth and gratitude.




Denise Plante

21/10/2023

🚨Sneak Peek Alert!🚨

Get ready to trot in style and bling it on at this year’s Turkey ROCK Trot! We’ve just unveiled our 2023 t-shirt and medal designs that combine tradition with a fresh twist! 🦃

Registrations are on the rise and we are already almost sold out of medals. They’re not just race swag, they’re your Turkey ROCK Trot superpowers!

Get signed up today: www.runtochangelives.org/turkeyrocktrot

04/10/2023

Thrilled to see Upworthy champion our Run the Globe initiative! Every stride we take brings hope to survivors everywhere. 🌍👟 Let's get those kilometers together!

This October, folks all over the world are logging their activity every time they walk, run, bike, swim, or row as part of the Run The Globe campaign. The goal is to raise $40K & collectively hit 25,000 miles to drive support for Speak Your Truth Today - a nonprofit helping thousands of survivors every day through a Facebook support group.

Domestic violence affects nearly 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, & more than 1 in 2 trans folks nationwide. With so many affected, SYTT knows how important it is to make education & resources as accessible as possible to survivors.

Every step makes a difference. 👟 Sign up: runtheglobe.org

16/08/2023

Would you wear this? We are calling it... "The Delia"

This group is pioneering a shift in fitness, where every stride ripples outward beyond ourselves. Thank you Delia Gonzalez for choosing a statement that embodies our culture so well.

Pre-Orders:
https://run-to-change-lives.myshopify.com/collections/jackets/products/rtcl-run-quote-hoodie

05/08/2023

Another successful Reece’s Roundup in the books. This was the 18th annual event supporting the needs of this awesome kid. You can still donate to his cause for one more week:
https://runtochangelives.redpodium.com/18th-annual-reeces-roundup

Reece is going into his senior year. Set your calendars for this same time next year and let’s make his senior year the most attended ever!

(Top finishers pictured with Reece)

18/07/2023

WE'RE JUST OVER 2 WEEKS AWAY, AND WE'D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US FOR THE 18TH ANNUAL REECE’S ROUNDUP. ON AUGUST 5TH, RTCL IS SUPPORTING REECE RUBINO IN HIS FIGHT AGAINST SPINAL MUSCULAR ATROPHY. IT IS BECAUSE OF OUR COMMUNITY, FRIENDS, SPONSORS, AND SUPPORTERS WHO HAVE BEEN ON THIS JOURNEY WITH US THAT REECE IS SURVIVING AND THRIVING DESPITE HIS CONDITION.

JOIN US FOR A RUN/WALK ALONG THE PHILIP S MILLER TRAIL SYSTEM. THERE ARE 5K, 10K, AND 1 MILE DISTANCES, ALL WITH A VIRTUAL OPTION.

FOR MORE INFO OR TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE: HTTPS://RUNTOCHANGELIVES.ORG/REECESROUNDUP/

18th Annual Reece's Roundup Trail Run 5K, 10K, and 1 Mile Walk (Philip S. Miller Trail System) RUN FOR REECE Join us for

25/06/2023

Privileged to listen this morning to K Harris’s Eagleman Ironman journey from a couple weeks ago. I am incredibly proud of you brother.

04/06/2023

It's that time of year!! Global Running Day is right around the corner on Wednesday, June 7th! We're excited to announce that we've partnered with Road Runner Sports this year! Everyone that signs up will receive a Coupon for Road Runner Sports that can be used In-store OR Online🥳🥳🥳
We're also giving away a pair of running shoes! You must be signed up to be entered to win the shoes! There may be a chance for bonus entries, but stayed tuned for that. 😉
Sign up by clicking the link below! Looking for a team to join? You're always welcome on "Baby Got Tracks" :)

The Road Runner Sports® Global Running Day Challenge is on Wednesday June 7, 2023.

30/05/2023

🥇MEDAL REVEAL🥇

Strap on your laces and let those endorphins kick in! Its the grand unveiling of our RUN to Change Lives 🇺🇸 July 4th race medals!

They're shiny, glorious, and waiting for you at the finish line, and we guarantee they will age better than your favorite pair of running shoes. But remember, they're not just bling - they symbolize your support for our veterans and first responders' mental health.

Whether you're in it for the glory, the cause, or just because you really like shiny things (hey, we don't judge), we're excited to watch you cross that finish line and claim your medal.

Sign up for the July 4th ROCK-IT RUN Presented by 105 West Brewing Company and benefitting It's A Calling Foundation.
Half Marathon, 5k walk/run, 1k kids free run, patriotic pet parade, and Let Freedom ROCK live music.
www.runtochangelives.org/rock-it-run

25/05/2023

*Save the Date* June 7th is Global Running Day! Are you planning on running? We are! Stay tuned for more details!

04/04/2023

There is so much I could say about April’s Elite Ambassador of the Month!

This woman rang in the new year with a medical emergency, and 2 months later ran her first official 10K! Her determination and perseverance have been such an inspiration! Not to mention her positivity and cheerful personality!

This Elite Ambassador also works so hard behind the scenes on different events, promotions, collaborations, and monthly challenges! Not to mention she is a wife and mother!

How does she do it all?!

I’m so excited to acknowledge her in this way! Congratulations Marissa Seibel!

04/03/2023

March’s Elite Ambassador of the month always has a smile on her face and a no excuses type of attitude! I’m always inspired by the way she manages to carve out some time to hop on her Peloton and get a good workout in! THEN she heads out for a nice walk with her fur baby!

This Elite Ambassador is always in your corner. She is always there to cheer you on and will always celebrate the success of others! Her upbeat, fun-loving, and very relatable posts will make you smile and motivate you to get out there to do what you can!

I’m so excited to introduce March’s Elite Ambassador of the Month!

Congratulations Melissa!!!

Join our group and get inspired to move... www.facebook.com/groups/runtochangelives

08/02/2023

February’s Elite Ambassador of the month, Paula Goutis!!

The first thing that comes to mind when I think of February’s Elite Ambassador of the month, is that she is a machine! This EA is always pushing to better herself and others! She encourages and inspires everyone by her comments, happy posts, and how she is always up for a challenge.

She really tackles the Run To Change Lives challenges with all the enthusiasm and optimism she can muster! Not to mention how she literally hits the ground running!
Congratulations Paula!

20/01/2023

🎉Member Spotlight🎉 Today's member is the embodiment of "Beast Mode"! She goes hard, never gives up, and pushes herself to the limits! You've seen her sweaty selfies! Meet Jessie B.! Thank you so much for sharing Jessie! This is amazing!
🌎Where are you from? Long Island, NY
🤔Why do you run/walk? Running is what started my weightloss journey at 16yo. The track/cross country coach for my high school was the kindest man, supported me all the time and my love for running & fitness in general grew and stuck with me
📆How long have you been running? Since high school, so 21yrs
🌞Favorite season to run in? All of them
🏃‍♀️Preferred surface? Tread or flat ones lol
👟What are your favorite shoes? No Bull runners
🏋️‍♀️Are you currently training for anything (next race, distance, speed, endurance)? DEKA Mile in Dec, Hyrox in Houston,TX in February and I'm sure there will be some Spartans following that
🤩What has been your favorite race so far and why? The HYROX in October. It pushed me SO far out of my comfort zone and I completed it 8min faster than my personal time cap. It showed me I'm capable of SO much!
🥳How has RTCL helped you stay motivated? This group is INCREDIBLE! The men/women who run all of these marathons, half marathons and longer are truly inspiring. I love that everyone shares their goods AND bad experiences during training
🏅What is your ultimate goal or dream race? Once upon a time it was to run the NYC marathon. I truly don't think I have it in me to commit to that much running now. So I'm going to go with finishing the NYC Hyrox in a pro women's time (think 1hr 15min and less 😳)
3️⃣Tell me 3 things you can’t run without. Music, wireless headphones, watch
⛽️Favorite running fuel? Fasted
🎧With or without music? With, always
📻Your best song to run to, the one that pumps you up and pushes you. I have a few... Turn Down for What, Eye of the Tiger and Lose Yourself
👶A fun fact about you! I was adopted when I was 3 days old...best thing to ever happen to me. I met my birth mother a few years ago. Had never searched for her, just kind of happened through family. While she was a fairly decent person, I know she did a huge favor by putting me up for adoption. My life would have been incredibly different

15/01/2023

These are just a few of our fantastic people ready to change lives around the world. Thank you to Canvas Credit Union, Bearded Man Coffee, and Chick-fil-A for sponsoring our annual planning event. Bring on 2023!

13/01/2023

January is National Blood 🩸 Donor month! RUN To Change Lives is hosting a virtual blood drive! Please consider pledging to donate blood. Simply click the link below, make the pledge to donate, and schedule an appointment at a donation center close to you (it doesn't have to be through the Red Cross). Best part is you can pledge and donate anywhere in the world! Our goal is 100 pledges/donations by February 15! Help Change a Life this month! Here is the link: https://sleevesup.redcrossblood.org/campaign/run-to-change-lives-virtual-blood-drive/