Supporting the Community
Since 2021, Run Local® and participants of the Santa Barbara Half Marathon presented by HOKA & UCLA Health 5K have moved over $130,000 to local organizations through its partnership with the Santa Barbara Running Association and various programs such as welcoming groups to our Cheer Stations.
Santa Barbara Running Association
With your registration, you are helping support local youth running programs providing access to the sport, proper gear to participate and training for safe, healthy longevity and enthusiasm for all levels of youth runners. Participants are encouraged to donate and create fundraising pages through the Race Roster registration platform to further fuel your journey to the starting line.
Santa Barbara Running Association: Building Community One Stride at a Time
Since 1948, the Santa Barbara Running Association (SBRA) has been at the heart of our local running community, championing the joy of movement and the power of connection. Through premier races and special events, SBRA celebrates athletes of all levels—from first-time runners to seasoned elites—while fostering a culture of growth, achievement, and community spirit.
SBRA plays a vital role in supporting youth and grassroots programs across Santa Barbara. From youth cross country, track & field, after school programs, and initiatives to maintaining the beloved Elings Park trails and uplifting high school athletes, our impact runs deep. We bring runners together year-round through signature events like the New Year’s Resolution Run 10K & 5K, the July 4th Semana Nautica Trail Race, the Fox Fall XC 5K, and monthly community runs & socials and so much more.
Driven by a mission to inspire and empower the next generation, SBRA offers free race entries to junior members and ensures that no child is left behind by providing complimentary memberships to those in need.
As a volunteer-led nonprofit, 100% of your support helps to keep these programs thriving. Every contribution, whether financial or through volunteerism, directly expands access to running, strengthens our youth initiatives, and helps shape a healthier, more connected Santa Barbara—today and for generations to come.
Community Facts: 48% of students in the city of Santa Barbara and Goleta’s public schools are from low-income families. 68% of students at public schools attend Title I schools, where 40% or more of student population is low-income
