Healthy Athletes, Healthy Futures
We believe that athletic participation is a foundation for success in life. Kids who play sports have higher self-esteem, greater self-confidence, better academic outcomes, less obesity and are less likely to use drugs. Grounded in the work of pioneering physician Kevin L. Armstrong, the Armstrong M.D. Memorial Sports Foundation provides running shoes, race fees, transportation and support to help kids reach their full potential. Since 2005, over 30,000 students have been benefited from our all-volunteer programs including our RunStrong running clubs which train and equip students to successfully compete in and complete 5k and 10k races. Join us!
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Meet the Runners! 2021 Santa Claus for a Cause 5k
During the "Santa Claus for a Cause 5k" on December 12, 2021, Jose Diaz, 8th Grade Math Teacher and RunStrong Coach/Coordinator at Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School in Santa Ana, took a moment with some of our student runners to share the impact of the RunStrong program. |
Register Now! Join us for the 12th Annual Golf Tournament on April 4, 2022
01/28/2022 - After the long hiatus we are so excited to announce that we'll be back at Tustin Ranch Golf Club in Spring of 2022! Our annual fundraiser includes a beautiful day of golf, a delicious lunch and BBQ dinner, a raffle, goodie bags and an awards presentation. Sponsored by some of the area's leading companies, the funds raised support our youth sports programs all year long. When you join us as a Platinum, Gold or Silver Sponsor your company info will be viewed by hundreds of participants while you support a great local nonprofit. We're also offering Hole Sponsorships! Registration now on our Golf Tournament page.
01/28/2022 - After the long hiatus we are so excited to announce that we'll be back at Tustin Ranch Golf Club in Spring of 2022! Our annual fundraiser includes a beautiful day of golf, a delicious lunch and BBQ dinner, a raffle, goodie bags and an awards presentation. Sponsored by some of the area's leading companies, the funds raised support our youth sports programs all year long. When you join us as a Platinum, Gold or Silver Sponsor your company info will be viewed by hundreds of participants while you support a great local nonprofit. We're also offering Hole Sponsorships! Registration now on our Golf Tournament page.
RunStrong Upcoming Race Alert - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
"Reaching for the Cure 5K" March 27, 2022
The PCRF's "Reaching for the Cure" event is back. RunStrong will join the community of excited runners at IVC who dedicate their miles to fight cancer in children worldwide.
Learn more at 2022 Reaching for the Cure - Campaign (pcrf-kids.org)
RunStrong Race ReCap! Dino Dash Sunday, Oct 31, 2021
11/14/21 - After not being able to actively participate for almost 2 years, over 160 RunStrong runners from Santa Ana competed in the 30th Annual Dino Dash on Sunday, Oct 31st at the Tustin Marketplace. Representing six different intermediate schools and wearing their newly printed neon yellow shirts, RunStrong was a noticeable presence, with several runners achieving awards. This was the first KAMSF sponsored run since December 2019, and it was a great way to reintroduce the joy of running, the benefits of healthy competition and the spirit of community to young athletes from Santa Ana who have been isolated for so long due to COVID. After crossing the finish line, runners declared "It was tiring, but it was well worth it! It was so much fun!"
11/14/21 - After not being able to actively participate for almost 2 years, over 160 RunStrong runners from Santa Ana competed in the 30th Annual Dino Dash on Sunday, Oct 31st at the Tustin Marketplace. Representing six different intermediate schools and wearing their newly printed neon yellow shirts, RunStrong was a noticeable presence, with several runners achieving awards. This was the first KAMSF sponsored run since December 2019, and it was a great way to reintroduce the joy of running, the benefits of healthy competition and the spirit of community to young athletes from Santa Ana who have been isolated for so long due to COVID. After crossing the finish line, runners declared "It was tiring, but it was well worth it! It was so much fun!"
RunStrong Upcoming Race Alert! Santa Claus for A Cause, Sunday Dec 12, 2021
11/14/21 - This is the ultimate Christmas run with participants showcasing their finest holiday costumes to compete in this festive 5k/10k run that will include the Lil Dickens Carolers, Christmas music, a pre-race dance warm-up and prizes across many different age groups! Join us at Irvine Valley College for this fun event that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Learn more at Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K (runsignup.com).
11/14/21 - This is the ultimate Christmas run with participants showcasing their finest holiday costumes to compete in this festive 5k/10k run that will include the Lil Dickens Carolers, Christmas music, a pre-race dance warm-up and prizes across many different age groups! Join us at Irvine Valley College for this fun event that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit! Learn more at Santa Claus For A Cause 5K/10K (runsignup.com).
Armstrong Founder and Vice President Karen Armstrong featured as the KNX Hero of the Week
4/29/21 - Former KNX Hero Karen Armstrong helps students get active after year of COVID-19. Thousands Southern California students spent last summer under tight health restrictions due to COVID. But things are different now. We check in with a former KNX "Helpful Honda" Hero of the Week, who's preparing kids in Santa Ana for a summer of activity! Listen to the radio interview.
4/29/21 - Former KNX Hero Karen Armstrong helps students get active after year of COVID-19. Thousands Southern California students spent last summer under tight health restrictions due to COVID. But things are different now. We check in with a former KNX "Helpful Honda" Hero of the Week, who's preparing kids in Santa Ana for a summer of activity! Listen to the radio interview.
Kevin Armstrong MD Memorial Sports Foundation Launches GO F.A.R. (Fun, Active Running) for Santa Ana Students
4/1/21 SANTA ANA, CA – In an effort to combat the effects of social isolation and mitigate the long term impact to youth physical and mental health, the Kevin Armstrong M.D. Memorial Sports Foundation has launched a new program - GO F.A.R. (Fun, Active Running), a socially distanced program designed to inspire students to recommit to physical activity. GO F.A.R. encourages students to join a running app which tracks their progress and records their distance. The Foundation will give prizes to the students who go the farthest as well as provide a “goodie” bag for all participants including a T-Shirt, mask, healthy snacks and other items designed to inspire healthy activity and good mental health. Read more.
4/1/21 SANTA ANA, CA – In an effort to combat the effects of social isolation and mitigate the long term impact to youth physical and mental health, the Kevin Armstrong M.D. Memorial Sports Foundation has launched a new program - GO F.A.R. (Fun, Active Running), a socially distanced program designed to inspire students to recommit to physical activity. GO F.A.R. encourages students to join a running app which tracks their progress and records their distance. The Foundation will give prizes to the students who go the farthest as well as provide a “goodie” bag for all participants including a T-Shirt, mask, healthy snacks and other items designed to inspire healthy activity and good mental health. Read more.
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"Thank you so much for being with us in every race and for supporting everyone in RunStrong and for buying us those shoes. If it wasn't for you, I wouldn't have been able to run in the 3 races. Thank you so much for the shirts and bags. ". ~ Eric, McFadden Intermediate School