Run Fido Run

FAQs

Q: What is Run Fido Run?
A: Run Fido Run is an Idaho 501(c)(3) non-profit with a mission to raise funds to benefit local Idaho animal shelters and other animal welfare organizations. Run Fido Run is operated entirely by volunteers with the sole purpose of raising funds for distribution to 501(c)(3)-qualified animal organizations. Our largest fund raising activities are foot races presented in Ada County.

Q: I want to participate in your race event, but I do not have a dog. Can I run the race without a dog?
A: Running or walking in our race events with a dog is optional. You are more than welcome to run/walk with or without your furry friend.

Q: What do I receive for my event registration fee?
A: In addition to helping local animal shelters with your registration fee, race registrants will receive a Run Fido Run t-shirt. Dog participants will receive various Fido treats throughout the event, thanks to our sponsors. Winners of the race will receive prizes, to be announced at the event.

Q: I am interested in volunteering for Run Fido Run. How do I contact you?
A: We are always looking for volunteers to help with our mission! See our Volunteer page to fill out our contact form, or contact us with your questions.

Q: I am interested in sponsoring Run Fido Run. How do I contact you?
A: Please review our Sponsorship Package, or contact us with your specific questions.

Q: Who exactly will receive funds from Run Fido Run?
A: Run Fido Run donates all of its proceeds from its fund raising events to local 501(c)(3)-qualified animal shelters and/or welfare organizations. The Board of Directors determines how funds will be distributed by majority vote, after receiving donation applications from local organizations. Thanks to the help of our sponsors, volunteers, and race participants, we raised over $4,000 in 2011. All of these funds were donated to needy local groups, including the 2nd Chance Animal Shelter, Meridian Valley Humane Society, McPaws Regional Animal Shelter, and the Idaho Black Bear Rehab.

Q: We are a non-profit interested in applying for Run Fido Run funds. How do we apply?
A: As part of Run Fido Run's commitment to animals, an amount of funds from our events are available to local animal shelters/rescues and other animal welfare organizations in the form of donations. Run Fido Run's main objective is to raise funds to benefit 501(c)(3)-qualified animal shelters and/or welfare organizations. Please submit a Donation Application Form to be considered for funds.