What is the Greensboro Running Club (GRC)?

The Greensboro Running Club is a non-profit organization that was started in 1976 by three dedicated runners.

Our Mission Statement

The Greensboro Running Club is a non-profit organization started in 1976 that promotes running, fitness, and a healthy lifestyle within Greensboro and surrounding areas. We are an inviting and inclusive club that seeks to provide opportunities for beginning and experienced runners and walkers to meet and participate in activities together. We recognize fitness as a family quest and encourage family membership. We also give back to the community through donations to worthy causes and service activities.

Why join the GRC?

Everyone has their own reasons for joining, but our goal is to promote running and fitness in the Triad area through a variety of running and fitness related activities.  

What does the GRC do for the local community?

Each year, the GRC gives back to the community in a number of ways.

• Annual Earth Day Cleanup along the Greenway
• Donation to other local charities that our members feel is important
  • Loving Pet Project NC - LPPNC
  • Bikes for Kids 
• Toy donation to Toys for Tots
• Volunteer at many local races

What other benefits do members receive?

•  Discount on Junction 311 races
•  Discount on Trivium Racing races
• Discount on Coastal Races
•  Discount at Fleet Feet, Greensboro & High Point 
• Discounts on other area races such as St Valentine's Massacre Marathon Relay
• Member pricing on GRC social events 
• Membership meetings and annual fashion show
• Unlimited volunteer opportunities
• Opportunity to serve on any of our committees
• Opportunity to serve on the board
• Coaching opportunities with our Women’s and Co-Ed’s Running Schools
• Camaraderie and support from other runners
• And most important….lots of organized running opportunities