Supporting Causes
Empowering Our Community, One Stride at a Time
What Drives Us
The Huron Shore Run is more than just a community event; it’s a force for positive change. Our primary mission is to champion physical fitness and active living through exciting road races and walks, all while channeling the funds raised towards impactful community initiatives.
Since 1988, the unwavering support of our sponsors, participants, donors, pledges, and volunteers has been the lifeblood of this annual event. Heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved over the years—your commitment keeps the spirit alive.
As an Athletics Ontario registered event, the Huron Shore Run not only draws locals but also attracts racers and their families from all corners of Ontario.
What fuels our passion?
Year after year, the Rotary Huron Shore Run team directs the event’s profits back into the community. Recent contributions have played a vital role in advancing the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation’s new Emergency Room, lab, and CT scan, as well as supporting community projects by Rotary and fostering athletic pursuits among our youth.
In 2023, our primary focus was fundraising for the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation’s groundbreaking Wellness and Treatment Centre in Owen Sound—a pioneering initiative for our region. Rooted in harm reduction and recovery principles, this Center will provide a secure haven for individuals requiring additional support post-hospital discharge or addiction services, or those referred by community agencies. In 2024, we continue to support initiatives for the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation.
Beyond this leading cause, funds raised will also uplift organizations such as the Saugeen Track and Field Club, the Saugeen Shores Lifesaving Club, the Breakers Swim Team, and all three Rotary groups in Saugeen Shores.
Take a moment to explore the profound impact each of these organizations has on our community. Your participation in the Huron Shore Run isn’t just a run—it’s a stride towards a healthier, more vibrant community.
Organizations Supported:
Rotary Clubs
Charitable service organizations dedicated to enhancing the local community, supporting everything from local youth programs to international aid.
Port Elgin
Saugeen Shores
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Southampton
Saugeen Shores Lifesaving Club
The Saugeen Shores Lifesaving Club was officially established in 2009. Over the years, the club has grown to over 40 junior and senior members; competing at regional, provincial and national meets, in all three disciplines of the sport. Their main goal is to help young athletes develop to their maximum potential in the Sport of Lifesaving.
Learn more at: Facebook.com/SaugeenShoreLifesavingClub
The Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation
The Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation is a registered charity with a mission to raise and manage funds for equipment, facilities, and staff development to ensure our community and visitors have access to the best possible hospital care right here in Southampton.
Learn more at: www.smhfoundation.ca
The Breakers Swim Team
The Breakers Swim Team is a small organization that is dedicated to providing a fun, team-based swimming experience for swimmers of all levels. We believe that our sport teaches fundamental life skills that are invaluable beyond the pool. We aim to develop in our athletes the self-discipline, personal responsibility, physical fitness and personal excellence necessary for success in competitive swimming and beyond.
https://www.breakersswimteam.com/
Saugeen Track and Field Club
The Saugeen Track and Field Club, a pillar of athleticism in Saugeen Shores for over 40 years, stands as one of Canada’s premier track and field organizations. With a legacy that includes three Olympians, a Rhodes Scholar, and multiple World Championship medalists, the club has consistently ranked among the top in the country. Actively involved in our run, the club’s members assist in the setup and execution of the event. The synergy between the Rotary Huron Shore Run and the Track Club is evident in their shared commitment to fostering an active and healthy lifestyle. Thanks to the support of the Rotary Club, particularly through the Rotary Huron Shore Run, the Track Club has experienced remarkable growth, increasing its membership in recent years. The donation from the run plays a pivotal role in sustaining the club’s operations, making a lasting impact on the local athletic community.
Learn more here: www.saugeentrackandfieldclub.com
Fundraising
When you are out on the course, you will not only be doing something good for yourself by promoting a healthy lifestyle, you will be supporting several important organizations in the community.
We challenge all participants to collect pledges for this very worthy cause.