Performance-based payouts for endurance events

Fuel the Dream.
Fund the Finish Line.

Join the fan-funded prize purse platform. 100% of contributions go directly to the athletes who inspire us.

Dry Creek 100
Pool Total
$6,450
Dry Creek 100
You boosted the pool!
+$50
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Active pools

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PoolEventTotalStatus
Black Canyon Ultras 100KMayer, AZ, USACommunity🔥 HotBlack Canyon UltrasFeb 15, 2026$1,300$3,700 to Top 5openBoost
Miwok 100KStinson Beach, CA, USACommunity🔥 HotMiwok 100KMay 3, 2026$1,015$3,985 to Top 5openBoost
San Diego 100Lake Cuyamaca, CA, USACommunity🔥 HotSan Diego 100May 1, 2026$1,000$4,000 to Top 5openBoost
Chuckanut 50KFairhaven, WA, USACommunity🔥 HotChuckanut 50KMar 15, 2026$180$820 to Top 3openBoost
Sunapee ScrambleSunapee, NH, USAOfficial🔥 HotSunapee ScrambleJun 7, 2026$35$965 to Top 3openBoost

How it works

Four steps from contribution to payout. No complexity, no hidden fees.

1

Boost

Support top-performing athletes by boosting a cash pool for any race, course record, or FKT.

2

Race

Athletes compete—nothing to worry about but the course.

3

Validate

Official results are verified before any payout.

4

Pay

Cash payouts via Stripe in 5–7 days.

Your Impact, Amplified

Every dollar you contribute makes a real difference

Direct Impact

No middlemen. Your funds don't go to event overhead—they go straight to the athletes.

Be Recognized

Get on the Leaderboard. Dedicate your boost to a friend, a club, or the running community.

Shape the Race

Races with bigger purses attract better talent. Your contribution actually improves the quality of the competition.

Race Directors

Make Your Race Official

Partner with Run.fund to unlock reduced fees, premium placement, and a complete marketing toolkit—while your fans fund prize purses at zero cost to you.

3% fees vs 5% for community pools
Marketing toolkit — QR codes, email templates, UTM tracking
Premium placement on homepage and events page
Fan engagement — athlete stories and shared wins drive participation
Sponsors

Build Your Sponsorship Portfolio

Discover high-impact opportunities in our Sponsor Marketplace. Browse live events, track ROI metrics, and connect your brand with the endurance community—all from one powerful dashboard.

Marketplace access — browse all live pools in one place
Portfolio dashboard — track all sponsorships and impact
Brand visibility — logo on pool pages and payout communications
Authentic engagement — connect with passionate running fans

For Athletes

Finished in the money? Claim your payout in minutes. Run.fund uses Stripe Connect for fast, secure transfers directly to your bank account. No chasing race directors, no waiting months for checks.

  • Direct deposit via Stripe Connect
  • Payouts within 5–7 business days of verification
  • Track your earnings on your dashboard
  • Community-funded—fans supporting your performance
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