Virtual team ride from Washington State to Washington, D.C.!
Great American Ride
We are Sports Backers
Sports Backers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, pursues a goal to transform greater Richmond into the most physically active community in the nation by leading the area in embracing and celebrating an active lifestyle. Our Events and Programs are designed to foster active lifestyles for everyone.
Our Programs
Active RVA
Improving quality life for all Richmonders through physical activity and making Richmond the most active region in the country.
Bike Walk RVA
Advocating for comfortable and connected places to bike and walk for people of all ages and abilities in greater Richmond. Biking and walking for everyday transportation should be accessible to everyone.
Kids Run RVA
Young people are key to the Active RVA movement, so we created Kids Run RVA---the umbrella program for all of Sports Backers' youth programs.
Fitness Warriors
We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live an active lifestyle. Regardless of your neighborhood, income, or cultural background--being active is important to your overall health & well-being.
- Meshingomesia Track Club First Across the Finish Line in the Great American 5000 Tuesday, June 30th
- New ‘Great American Ride’ virtual event challenges cyclists to ride 3,700-mile route across America Thursday, June 18th
- Sports Backers Announce Run Bike Relay to Take Place In Person July 17-18 Wednesday, June 17th
- Great American 5000 Rundown Wednesday, June 17th
- 2020 Virginia Credit Union Moonlight Ride to Take Place as Virtual Event Monday, June 15th
Get Involved!
There are 6,500 people annually who volunteer to make Sports Backers and its events and programs the successes they are. With your support, we can make this region a more attractive and vibrant place to live where safe opportunities to walk, run, bike, swim, or workout abound and where access to these activities are available to all.