“Being part of this community has made me realize that, even though we are different from one another, we still come together as one.”

"Running has always been important to me, but what I came to realize after coaching for City Heights Runners is that running is more than just about getting faster, it’s about becoming a more resilient and strong person.”

“I have the privilege of accompanying students in a high challenge, yet high support context, and to watch them become more resilient, self-confident, empathetic, and gain greater social and emotional capacity…"

“…there is no greater joy for me than watching another person conquer exactly what they believed impossible!” Intern and running coach, Destenie Reyes, shares her experience working with City Heights youth.