Happy Thanksgiving, from the entire SRLA Family to you! Thank you for your dedication to students across Los Angeles, and your support in helping them reach their goals. SRLA students are so grateful for you and all the ways you help them on their marathon journey. Here’s what students are most thankful for on this year’s SRLA Journey…
Read MoreThis weekend we are celebrating SRLA’s 35th Anniversary at the SRLA Anniversary 15K & 5K. We will be honoring our Alumni and displaying items from the SRLA journey, starting from 1989. To honor 35 years we are sharing some SRLA Alumni’s favorite moments from their time in the program…
Read MorePlease join us in welcoming the newest member of the SRLA Family, Gabriela Arvizu! We are thrilled to welcome Gaby as SRLA's new President & CEO. Gaby brings with her a passion for youth empowerment and deep experience with social impact work that will be pivotal in furthering SRLA's mission.
Read MoreWe checked in with SRLA students earlier this week to see how they were feeling about the upcoming season. They are excited to make new friends and strengthen existing bonds, they are excited to run in new parts of the city, and to push themselves beyond what they thought was possible.
Read MoreYou can help SRLA choose the design for this year's Friendship Run t-shirt. This month, SRLA students are creating and sharing their designs for the #SRLADrawnTogether Friendship Run T-Shirt Art Contest.
Read MoreEmerson faced adversity with schedule conflicts and simply having too much on his plate. However, his passion for running allowed him to overcome this adversity and to do what he loves most; running with his friends.
Read MoreMarcia has completed SRLA 4 times out of Marquez High School. SRLA opened her eyes to a lot of different people and how a common goal connects them. She will attend UC Santa Barbara in the fall.
Read MoreSusana from PUC Community High took the reins of her SRLA team after a lot of adversity, both with the pandemic and with internal changes of leadership. Her guidance to her team helped build back the SRLA program at PUC, and Susana’s efforts helped implement a culture of perseverance and support in the team.
Read MoreDiego began to doubt his abilities because of the negative stigma around his community. After being introduced to SRLA and running 5 marathons, Diego’s eyes and world opened up to endless possibilities that he can achieve, no matter where he’s from. Diego pushes for change and kindness in today’s world.
Read More6-time SRLA runner Amy used SRLA as an outlet for the mental health struggles that she experienced while in high school. After running with her grandpa as a kid, doing races all over California, SRLA also allowed her to strengthen the passion she had for running. 6 years later, Amy retrospects on the difficult times and her impressive achievements.
Read MoreJasmine felt like an imposter inside and outside the classroom. However, she found SRLA to be safe haven where she could completely be herself in the comfort of her teammates and leaders. After 5 years of SRLA, Jasmine will attend Syracuse University.
Read MoreEver started his SRLA journey in serious doubt on whether or not the program was for him. As he progressed and his running became more consistent, Ever was able to focus on building relationships with those around him that he never thought would be formed.
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