25th Anniversary Run helps California schools

August 7, 2008 by markhopper

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Primo’s Run for Education is a 25-year-old San Ramon Valley tradition bringing together athletes, educators, local business and our community of parents and children for a fun, healthful event. Primo’s Run features a 5K Race & Fun Run/Walk and a 1/2 Marathon run with over 4,700 participants and 400 volunteers. This year’s event is Sunday, October 19, 2008. The race course covers Danville and parts of San Ramon, with both races ending at Iron Horse Middle School in San Ramon. After the race, a fun fair is held and prizes awarded.

During its 25 year history, the Primo’s Run has raised over $2.4 million for the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. It is the primary fundraising activity for the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation (SRVEF), which is committed to fostering innovative and creative teaching approaches that will challenge and motivate students to learn. In 2008 alone, the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation distributed over $120,000 in teacher grants in the areas of math, science, arts, literature, and history.

Primo’s Run for Education is a great way for individuals and the business community to support education. In addition to registering for the race, you can bid on items at the online auction or visit Primo’s Pizza in Danville for Spirit Week. The business community can participate as a Primo’s Run sponsor or make a donation to the online auction. Join local businesses such as Shapell Homes, Forward Motion Sports, Primo’s Pizza, Comcast, Danville Weekly and others as a sponsor of Primo’s Run for Education.

All information about the race, auction, Spirit Week, and sponsorship can be obtained by visiting vww.primosrun.com or calling (925) 820-9181.