Congo River Marathon Foundation

The Congo River Marathon Foundation transforms the power of running into opportunities for children, youth, and communities across the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Changing Lives Through Running

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Foundation Programs & Community Initiatives

  • Youth Runners Academy

    Foundation-Led Initiative

    The Congo River Marathon Foundation's flagship youth development program uses running, mentorship, and life skills education to empower young people and inspire the next generation in the DRC.

  • Écoles en Mouvement

    Foundation-Led Initiative

    With the support of the Kirby Trust Fund and the U.S. Embassy in the Democratic Republic of Congo, we launched Écoles en Mouvement to bring physical activity into public schools, inspiring healthier, more active lifestyles for children.

  • Run for A Cause

    The Run for a Cause program empowers Congo River Marathon participants to fundraise for the Congo River Marathon Foundation or support local causes and partner organizations, turning every race journey into an opportunity to create positive change.

  • Girls & Women Run

    Celebrating women and girls while supporting initiatives that promote empowerment, health, and opportunity.

    Supporting: Women for Women & Ngonda Foundation

  • Breast Cancer Awareness Run

    Bringing the community together to raise awareness and support initiatives focused on breast cancer prevention and care.

    Supporting: Foundation Bomoko & Espoir Pour Elles

  • Holiday Charity Run

    An annual holiday tradition that unites runners and the community to raise funds and bring hope to vulnerable children and families through local charity partners.

    Supporting: Balabala Foundation

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Our Impact in Numbers

+15K

Participants Engaged

+20K

Raised for Community Impact

+25

Impact-Driven Events Organized

+10

Community Initiatives Supported

Together, We Can Do More

Your support helps the Congo River Marathon Foundation expand Foundation-led initiatives, strengthen local partnerships, and create more opportunities for children, young people, and communities across the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Every gift—no matter the size—helps create lasting change.

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