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Racing with a Purpose

Our SAYMCA 8K in honor of Bobby Fitzgerald took place Saturday May 16. Over 60 runners took to the streets of Staunton to run with a purpose – to remember Bobby and help raise money for our Mission Programs.

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A pair of sneakers hangs in Jacie Grant’s garage with the names of countries handwritten on the fabric and soles. Ireland. Scotland. France. Spain. Greece. Italy. Germany. It’s a catalog of the places she ran while studying abroad as a student at Purdue University. Since then, she has completed 15 half marathons, a few triathlons, and is training for a half Ironman. But on May 16, her focus was local. “I needed to run this week for training anyway, so I thought, ‘Why not do a run with other people in my community who love running?’” said Grant, explaining that the sport has evolved from an individual pursuit to more of a group activity. In the early morning chill of the STAUNTON-AUGUSTA YMCA parking lot, she joined more than 65 other competitors in a poignant tribute to Bobby Fitzgerald, an active member of the SAYMCA family who disappeared in 2012 while hiking in the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. Although Grant didn’t know Fitzgerald or his legacy, it was an important chance to be “part of something bigger.”
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Many YMCA events and special programs allow online registration through our website. Some community initiatives or mission programs may require in-person registration. If you are unsure how to register for a specific event, please contact our front desk and we will gladly assist you.

Many of our community events are open to both members and non-members. Certain programs may offer discounted rates for members or require active membership. Event details and eligibility information will be listed in the event description. We encourage everyone in the Staunton-Augusta community to participate whenever possible.

Yes. Local businesses and organizations are invited to partner with the YMCA through event sponsorships and community support opportunities. Sponsorships help expand access to programs and strengthen the impact of our Annual Giving Campaign. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact us to discuss available opportunities.