Since 2013, Janji has been exploring ways to use running as a force for good.

Janji Grants is the next step forward, a giveback program reinforcing our commitment to inspire wonder through movement, for all.

Each month, Janji will award a $10,000 grant to a grassroots organization that is building community, reducing barriers to participation, or offering education and mentorship to welcome new runners into the sport.

2026 Grant Recipients:

Tierra Libre Run

Tierra Libre Run is building the infrastructure for lasting BIPOC representation in trail and ultra-distance running. Since launching at TrailCon in 2025, they are the most comprehensive, independent, and BIPOC-led effort to shift the state of representation in trail running.

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Runners for Public Lands

Runners for Public Lands envisions a world where everyone has access to healthy, runnable landscapes. They empower runners to protect public lands and expand access to nature for all through community stewardship events, education, and civic engagement.

LEARN WHY THEIR WORK MATTERS

Native Women Run

Native Women Run (NWR) provides community-centered programming that increases access, visibility, and belonging for Native women in running spaces. Through fostering sisterhood and community, NWR strengthens the voices and visibility of Native women runners everywhere.

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Grant Selection Criteria
+ Mission Alignment +

The organization’s work clearly expands access to trail and ultra-distance running by reducing barriers, building community, or welcoming new and underrepresented runners into the sport.

+ Community Impact +

Programs demonstrate meaningful, measurable benefit to their local community, with a clear plan for how grant funds directly support participation and progression in trail & ultra running.

+ Grassroots Leadership & Capacity +

Efforts are locally led, community-rooted, and run by organizers with the capacity, commitment, and lived connection to deliver the proposed work effectively.

+ Financial Stewardship +

Applicants show transparent financial responsibility and budgeting with clear plans for how funds will be used.

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