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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.
- Ashenafi Birhana wins VCU Health Richmond Marathon; Ayantu Hailema claims women’s title Saturday, November 16th
- Newly-formed Richmond Families for Safe Streets to host World Remembrance Day ceremony Nov. 18 Wednesday, November 13th
- Full Schedule of Events Now Available for VCU Health Richmond Marathon Wednesday, November 13th
- Sports Backers announce voting contest for 2020 Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k participant shirt Thursday, November 7th
- Kids Run RVA Showed Up and Showed Out at the kaléo Marathon Jr. Thursday, October 31st
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.