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Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Challenged Athletes Foundation Named Official Charity of Zuma Beach Triathlon's New Corporate Challenge
Companies invited to race for a cause on September 14 in Malibu, CA The Challenged Athletes Foundation has been named the official charity beneficiary of the new Corporate Challenge division at the Zuma Beach Triathlon, San Diego, CA, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) has been named the official charity beneficiary of the new Corporate Challenge division at the Zuma Beach Triathlon, taking place Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Malibu, California. This exciting new initiative invites companies to unite their employees around wellness, camaraderie, and purpose while raising critical funds to help individuals with physical disabilities gain access to sport. The Corporate Challenge is a first-of-its-kind division within the Zuma Beach Triathlon that allows corporate teams to compete in a fun and meaningful way. Employees can race individually or form relay teams to complete the Zuma Distance course, a 0.5-mile ocean swim, 18-mile bike ride along the Pacific Coast Highway, and 4-mile run on the Malibu coastline. Each participant commits to raising a minimum of $250 for CAF, with proceeds funding adaptive sports equipment, training, and mentorship. There's no cost for companies to enter employees register and fundraise independently. 'The triathlon in Malibu has always played a key role in elevating both the sport and the visibility of adaptive athletes,' said CAF co-founder Bob Babbitt, an inductee into both the IRONMAN and USA Triathlon Hall of Fame. 'I still remember watching CAF athletes like Sarah Reinertsen and Rudy Garcia-Tolson race alongside celebrities like Robin Williams. Those moments didn't just inspire; they sparked real national momentum for inclusion in sports. Having CAF now named the official charity of the Zuma Beach Triathlon's Corporate Challenge feels like a full-circle continuation of that legacy.' Michael Epstein, founder of the Zuma Beach Triathlon, added, 'We've always believed sport can bring people together in extraordinary ways. The Corporate Challenge is a new chapter, giving companies the chance to rally their teams around fitness, fun, and a mission that truly matters. We're honored to have CAF as the beneficiary and excited to welcome companies to the start line.' The Corporate Challenge offers turnkey wellness and team-building opportunities for organizations of all sizes. Participants will benefit from coached swim clinics in the lead-up to race weekend, as well as perks like VIP parking, branded gear, and exclusive fundraising rewards. Team scoring and corporate leaderboard will recognize top-performing organizations. Most importantly, all proceeds from the Corporate Challenge will go directly to CAF programs that help individuals with physical disabilities pursue active lifestyles through access to adaptive sports equipment, coaching, and community. The Corporate Challenge presents a unique opportunity for companies focused on employee wellness and culture-building to inspire camaraderie through sport while supporting a powerful cause. Companies such as Lionsgate, Medtronic, Libertana, and Bank of America/Merrill Lynch have already committed teams and are actively fundraising to help expand access to sport for athletes of all abilities. Companies interested in joining the Corporate Challenge can register at contact zumachallenge@ for more information. Space is limited and the registration deadline is August 15, 2025. About Zuma Foundation:The Zuma Foundation is a Malibu-based nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive health and wellness events, including the Zuma Beach Triathlon. Through a long-term partnership with the City of Malibu, the Foundation supports youth-serving nonprofits and promotes character development, healthy lifestyles, and mental well-being. Learn more at About Challenged Athletes FoundationThe Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) stands as a global leader in empowering individuals with physical disabilities to embrace vibrant, active lives. CAF firmly believes that engaging in physical activity fosters self-esteem, encourages independence, and enriches the quality of life. CAF has been at the forefront of the adaptive sports movement for more than three transformative decades, catalyzing change and redefining possibilities. Since its inception in 1994, CAF has raised over $191 million and fulfilled 52,000+ funding requests from people with physical disabilities across all 50 states and more than 70 countries, impacting another 60,000 individuals annually through its outreach efforts. From providing essential equipment like handcycles to offering mentorship and encouragement, CAF's mission is clear: to provide opportunities and support to those who aspire to lead active, athletic lifestyles. To learn more, please visit # # # # Attachment The Challenged Athletes Foundation has been named the official charity beneficiary of the new Corporate Challenge division at the Zuma Beach Triathlon, CONTACT: Christy Fritts Challenged Athletes Foundation 858.442.9570 christy@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Running for a Cause: Two day of J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge in Central Park
CENTRAL PARK (PIX11) — The world's largest corporate running event returns to New York City with over 30,000 entrants from nearly 900 companies racing through Central Park for charity and community. It's called the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge. More Local News It's a 3.5-mile race through Central Park followed by a huge celebration of the New York City workforce. Employees from some of New York's largest companies will gather in Central Park over two back-to-back race nights. It's different from other races in New York because runners sign up to compete in teams with their companies, including American Express, Morgan Stanley, Bloomberg, NYC Parks and Rec, and Madison Square Garden. The event has grown dramatically over the past five decades, with nearly 190 times more participants and over 17 times more companies involved than when it first began in 1977. 2026 will mark the 50th year of the Corporate Challenge. JPMorganChase will make a donation to the Central Park Conservancy on behalf of all participants to celebrate the Corporate Challenge. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Malay Mail
22-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2025 slots sell out within hours of opening
KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 — The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) 2025 sold out in record time, with all public slots snapped up within hours of registration opening at 10am today. This year marks the 17th edition of Malaysia's premier marathon, which has consistently drawn strong interest from local and international runners. Race director Rainer Biemans thanked the community for its continued support and passion for running. 'We are humbled every year by the overwhelming response from the running community and greatly appreciate their enthusiasm,' he said in a statement. He said the KLSCM continues to be a platform where runners push their limits and aim for personal milestones. Priority Registration, Run For A Reason (RFAR) entries, and Corporate Challenge slots had opened earlier on April 17. Organisers said interested runners can still join the RFAR charity initiative or the Corporate Challenge for a chance to race. Standard Chartered Malaysia will also offer a limited number of complimentary slots to selected Priority Banking clients between April 23 and May 31. The KLSCM, which will take place on October 4 and 5, is Malaysia's premier running event drawing over 40,000 runners from more than 70 countries, competing for RM500,000 in prize money.
The Sun
22-04-2025
- Business
- The Sun
KLSCM 2025 sells out in record time
The Kuala Lumpur Standard Chartered Marathon (KLSCM) is sold out! Public registration for the 17th edition of the marathon opened this morning at 10.00am and KLSCM 2025 reached its capacity in record time, selling out in under four hours. Registration began on 17 April for those eligible for Priority Registration as well as for the Run For A Reason (RFAR) programme and Corporate Challenge. Runners still intent on securing a slot in KLSCM 2025 can opt to register under the RFAR charity initiative to run for a charitable cause to raise funds for RFAR beneficiaries. The Corporate Challenge, on the other hand, is a competitive yet fun platform for companies to register and compete as a corporate team while running for charity. Those who did not manage to secure a slot are also advised to watch out for upcoming promotions offering entries. This includes Standard Chartered Malaysia's promotions for selected Standard Chartered Priority Banking clients where they can enjoy a complimentary running slot when they deposit and invest with the bank from 23 April till 31 May 2025. 'We are humbled every year by the overwhelming response from the running community and greatly appreciate their enthusiasm and support for the sport and the event,' said Rainer Biemans, the Director of Dirigo Events and Project Director of the KLSCM. 'The KLSCM has always been a platform for runners of all levels to raise their individual bars and we wish all participants the best of luck for this year's race. 'We believe in helping build champions and we look forward to seeing many personal bests as runners push themselves to become the champions that they are. We will be kicking off running clinics for participants soon,' he added. KLSCM 2025 will be held on Oct 4-5. For more information, please visit the KLSCM website at or their social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
