Students Run LA

When I first started training I often became discouraged. When I challenged the elite runners, I always lost. Fortunately, my coach recognized my desire as well as my physical limitations. "Don't think of it as a race," she counseled. "Run for completion." At first I couldn't hear her, but continued failures led to a reexamination of my goals ... I know my coach's words are a prescription for life too. Life is not a race or a competitio ... I learned to set my own goals and to enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that I've worked hard to be the best I can.
Joshua, Sherman Oaks CES

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From its inception in 1989 – with 250 leaders and student runners – SRLA’s goal has never wavered: through the Marathon, to teach students that discipline and hard work lead to success, and that success breeds more success. To date, SRLA has served more than 42,000 middle and high school students. That’s 42,000 young people who have learned to set and achieve positive goals, who have experienced “the thrill of victory”, who know they have a bright future, in a city that cares.

Participation in SRLA is free to students. Your contribution will help SRLA pay for running shoes, uniforms, race entry fees and nutrition. Your support of SRLA changes lives and is an investment in our collective future. Your gift helps our students see that they are capable of extraordinary achievements – including high school graduation and beyond!

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You may send contributions directly to SRLA at

Students Run L.A.
6505 Zelzah Avenue
Reseda, CA 91335

Checks should be made payable to Students Run L.A. (Tax ID # 95-4430502)

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