The annual Run Seal Beach event continues to demonstrate the power of community-driven philanthropy, having awarded $2,039,410 in grants to support local wellness, fitness, and recreation initiatives. Operated entirely by volunteers and established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1999, the organization has created a sustainable model of community investment.
This year's event highlighted the ongoing commitment of community supporters, including Platinum Sponsor Faustino "Tino" Bernadett. Dr. Bernadett not only provided financial support but also personally participated by distributing books to young participants, emphasizing the event's broader mission of supporting youth education and health.
Run Seal Beach has evolved over five decades into a significant community platform that reinvests every dollar raised directly back into the local communities of Seal Beach, Rossmoor, and Los Alamitos. The organization's approach demonstrates how a grassroots running event can create meaningful, long-term social impact by funding programs that benefit residents across all age groups.
The continued success of Run Seal Beach underscores the potential of community-driven initiatives to create tangible improvements in local wellness, education, and recreational opportunities. By leveraging volunteer efforts and community support, the organization has transformed a simple running event into a powerful mechanism for social investment.
