FAQ

What is SRLA?

Students Run LA is a private, non-profit that provides a free school-based mentoring and physical fitness program for underserved middle and high school students in the Greater Los Angeles area. Put simply: we train students to run the Los Angeles Marathon. Learn more here.

Where does SRLA operate?

Middle and high schools around the Greater Los Angeles area. Check out our participating groups.

I am a student, how do I join?

At schools that have the SRLA program, students in grades 7 to 12 can join. You just need to ask the main office at your school at the beginning of your school year.

I want to sign my school up, how do I do that?

To start a SRLA group at a new school, teachers should submit an application to the SRLA office during the month of April. The application is available online starting on April 1st.

What schools are eligible to sign up?

SRLA is currently open only to public schools in the Los Angeles area within the following boundaries:

On the West: Topanga Canyon Boulevard (with the exception of LAUSD schools that fall on the western side of Topanga)
On the South: The Pacific Ocean
On the East: The 605 Freeway to the San Gabriel River to the Ocean.
On the North: The Angeles National Forest.

What does it cost a student to be part of srla?

NOTHING. The costs to support a student in the program are covered by the fundraising efforts of SRLA.

How can I donate to SRLA?

There are many ways to support us, find out how here.

Do you have any opportunities to volunteer?

Yes! We run on volunteer support. Find out more here.