Official Charity

32nd Annual Fifth Third River Bank Run Official Charity: YMCA OF GREATER GRAND RAPIDS "STRONG KIDS CAMPAIGN"

The YMCA's "Strong Kids Campaign" provides individuals with financial assistance to participate in activities and services they could not have otherwise afforded. One component of the Strong Kids Campaign is "Healthy U" -- an after-school program that provides social and behavioral interventions for at-risk students, grades K-8th. See the YMCA Healthy U Program in action with West Michigan kids!

Healthy U seeks to: 1) increase knowledge and understanding of the benefits of physical activity, good nutrition, and the application of healthy lifestyle habits; 2) increase levels of physical activity and skill development; 3) develop healthier eating habits; and 4) increase the number of personal developmental assets that build the relationships, values, skills, and beliefs that young people need to avoid at-risk behaviors.

All donations to Healthy U will be listed at www.53riverbankrun.com. If you'd like to make a donation in someone's honor, list their name instead of your own in the appropriate line during registration. Donate today!

Fifth Third Bank will donate $1 for each 25K, 10K, 5K Run and 5K Walk entry to support the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign Healthy U program. Please consider joining Fifth Third Bank in supporting a program that will make a positive difference in the lives of kids.

DONATE $100 to the Strong Kids Campaign to receive a Fifth Third River Bank Run stainless steel, double-insulated travel mug, cotton bandana featuring the 25K course and wear a special bib on race day.

DONATE $35 to the Strong Kids Campaign to receive a free race day wicking shirt upgrade and wear a special bib on race day.

DONATE $5 to the Strong Kids Campaign and you'll wear a special race day bib.