The idea of the Run for India Campaign is to raise money while training for a marathon/half-marathon race to support projects undertaken by AID. The runners look to pass the ultimate test of human endurance by running a marathon. The donors keep them motivated by supporting sustainable and equitable development in India.

Run For India Penn State Website (You can donate to individual runners at this website):

http://www.runforindia.org/runners/list/pennstate

Donations to the chapter can be made at:

http://www.runforindia.org/runners/aid.statecollege

We are training to run the 2009 Philadelphia Marathon on November 22, 2009. Team Run For India is committed to providing guidance and support to each runner in the program to help go the full distance. Individuals of all levels of fitness will find company as The Team consists of members with varying abilities, from beginners who just got off the couch to rookie athletes who have participated in shorter races. By November 22, our goal is to ensure that every runner on our team will be fit enough to run a long distance race of their choice.

Resources for donors:

1. RFI Frequently Asked Questions: http://www.runforindia.org/runners/faqs

2. List of projects supported by AID Penn State: http://www.clubs.psu.edu/up/aid/web/projects/present/

Resources for runners:

1. www.nvrun.com - The official website of the Nittany Valley Runners Club, a local group of enthusiastic runners.

2. www.runnersworld.com - A comprehensive website with lots of resources for running enthusiasts.

3. www.thestretchinghandbook.com - Website with information on one of the most crucial aspects of running- stretching.

4. www.shoprapidtransit.com - Rapid Transit Sports in downtown State College, for buying running shoes.