A non-profit running event organization
The non-profit Big Sur Marathon Foundation creates beautiful running events that promote health and benefit the community. The mostly-volunteer organization currently organizes four races in Monterey County: the Big Sur International Marathon (April), Monterey Bay Half Marathon (November), Salinas Valley Half Marathon (August) and Run in the Name of Love (June), plus a year-round school-based youth fitness program, JUST RUN.
Keywords: running, marathon, non-profit, fitness
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
26 years
What is your primary product or service?
Running event organization. Organize and execute an annual marathon and shorter distance events on the last Sunday each April; a half marathon in November; a mud run in March; and a year-round youth fitness program, JUST RUN.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Only marathon organization on CA's Central Coast
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location; 3 races; 1 youth fitness program
Provide detailed directions to your location
Varies. See website at www.bsim.org
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, credit card
Which areas do you service?
All - we draw internationally
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Non profit organization - 501 (c) 3
What are your hours of operation?
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.