Athlete-Led Experiences – Run Oaxaca for Impact

Local youth athletes lead culturally rich running tours through Oaxaca’s streets, trails, and landmarks — creating income, skills, and global connections. Guests experience the city through the eyes of the athletes, supporting their growth as hosts, entrepreneurs, and community leaders.

Support This Program

Your Support Turns Runs into Opportunities

Contributions help train athlete-hosts, provide gear, offer English workshops, and fund urgent needs like a community van for trail access — ensuring safe, professional experiences for guests and income for athletes.

$60

English language package for one athlete.

$120

Tour starter kit: shirt, bottles, safety gear.

$300

Full onboarding and marketing for a new guide.

$750

One season of hosted runs with mentorship.

$10,000

One-time van purchase for trail and rural access.

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What This Program Delivers

By combining sport, culture, and tourism, athlete-led runs create jobs, boost confidence, and foster cross-cultural understanding. Guests see Oaxaca through a local’s perspective, while athletes build careers that extend beyond sports.

Youth Employment

Training in hosting, safety, storytelling, and tour logistics to prepare athletes for paid guest experiences.

Language Skills

English workshops build confidence for guest interaction and professional communication.

Community Tourism

Safe, curated routes showcase historic, cultural, and natural landmarks in Oaxaca.

2025–2028 Program Goals

  • Train at least 10 youth from rural or indigenous backgrounds as certified running tour leaders.
  • Host 100+ guests annually via Airbnb and Go! Running Tours.
  • Direct 100% of host income to athlete training, gear, and race travel.
  • Acquire one community van to expand safe trail and rural access.

Turn Every Run into Lasting Impact

Your contribution equips youth with skills, resources, and opportunities to transform their lives and communities. Oax Sport Inc. is a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 86-3407818) and a registered civil association in Mexico.

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