Stalwart Runners Inc. is a Texas‑incorporated professional race organization that produces multiple running events annually, along with organized club runs. The organization is a proud member of USA Track & Field (Southwestern Association) and the Road Runners Club of America.

All of our competitive race courses, particularly full marathons, are USATF‑certified to ensure accurate measurement, safety, and national recognition.

Some charity‑focused and local community races—including select 5K, 10K, and half marathon events—may or may not be USATF‑certified. This is due to certification costs and technical considerations specific to certain course types and event objectives.

Race Timing & Results

All of our races are professionally timed, and most events include live results and scoring for participants and spectators.

Please refer to each individual event page for specific details regarding:

USATF certification status

Timing and live results availability

Course and race specifications

We are committed to delivering high‑quality, professionally managed running events while balancing accessibility, community impact, and technical excellence.

Community‑Driven with a Purpose

Our events are designed to bring local communities together around a shared mission—supporting the First Responders who serve those towns and regions. Every race emphasizes community connection, gratitude, and giving back. This is more than a race; it is a meaningful way for participants, families, and local businesses to support those who protect and serve our communities.

Transparent, Direct Support for First Responders. All donor contributions are made directly to a registered not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to supporting First Responders. For each event, we partner with a relevant local nonprofit to manage and facilitate fundraising.

Donations are never collected by us

Funds do not pass through our organization. This structure ensures full transparency, accountability, and public trust.

Certified, Credible Race Courses

All of our competitive race courses, particularly full marathons, are USATF‑certified, ensuring:

Accurate course measurement

Safety and operational standards

National recognition for athlete performance

Some charity‑focused and local community races—including select 5K, 10K, and half marathon events—may or may not be USATF‑certified. This is due to certification costs and technical considerations specific to certain course designs and event objectives. Certification status is always clearly disclosed for each event.

Professional Timing & Live Results

All of our races are professionally timed, and most events feature live results and scoring, allowing participants and spectators to track performance in real time.

Each individual event page provides details on:

USATF certification status

Timing and live results availability

Course layout and race specifications

Commitment to Quality, Access, and Impact

We are committed to delivering high‑quality, professionally managed running events while balancing:

Athlete experience

Community accessibility

Charitable impact

Technical excellence

Our goal is to create events that runners are proud to participate in, communities are proud to host, and support our First Responders.

Many clubs charge membership fees—but we’ve chosen a different path.

Our mission is simple: to encourage people to show up and run. Running is a habit, and habits are built through consistency, not barriers. By keeping membership free, we make it easier for everyone to take that first step—and keep coming back. After every 3 months, you can renew your free membership for another 3 months. 

(If you  don't show up atleast once a week and for  3 consecutive weeks your membership will be terminated)

While the membership is free, it comes with an important expectation: commitment. Commitment to yourself, to your fellow runners, and to the community. Showing up, supporting one another, and creating a welcoming environment is what truly matters to us.  

Our goal is to build a community of champions—not just fast runners, but leaders. Champions who motivate others, lead club runs, and make running accessible to everyone in the community.

Free membership isn’t about lowering standards—it’s about strengthening them. 

Together, we grow stronger, healthier, and more connected—one run at a time.

Yes, absolutely! We would be delighted if you are interested in taking the lead and helping your community become more active through running.

Stalwart Runners Club welcomes motivated individuals who are passionate about building a healthy, supportive, and inclusive running community. If you would like to start a new location or expand the club within your town, we are happy to support and guide you through the process.

Together, we can encourage fitness, connection, and a love for running in our communities.

Please note:

Club membership is free for everyone. We believe in making running accessible to all. To learn more, please review “Why Is the Club Free?” in our FAQs.

To keep the club active and engaged, memberships may be canceled if there is continued non-attendance.

Our organization is proud to have a certified race director on our team.

Yes, we are proud members of the Denton Chamber of Commerce, Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce, and Metroport Chamber of Commerce.

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Our goal is to create meaningful running experiences that serve the communities of Argyle, Denton, Flower Mound, Double Oak, Corinth, Highland Village, Lantana, Lewisville, Bartonville, Copper Canyon, Roanoke, Westlake, Trophy Club, Northlake, Justin, Haslet, Keller, Alliance, Ponder, Krum, Dish and Sangers.—building a stronger, healthier, and more connected region. 

We are open to collaborating with towns and regions across Texas to bring professionally managed running events to their communities.

Please refer to our https://stalwartrunners.com/run-clubs for more details.

Time:  As a member‑run club, members can meet on any day of the week, with at least three sessions encouraged per week. Morning sessions begin at 5 AM, 5:30 AM, 6 AM, 6:30AM, 7AM and 7:30 AM, while evening sessions start at 5:30 PM, 6 PM, 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM. 

Members can run together as a group at least thrice a week.

Participants can stay motivated and accountable.

Runners can start their day with energy, focus, and a positive mindset.

Busy work and family schedules later in the day do not interfere with participation.

By meeting in the morning, we create a supportive and inclusive environment that strengthens our community and encourages regular participation.

Please refer to https://stalwartrunners.com/run-clubs pages for details. Every town are with multiple locations. 

Volunteers enjoy numerous benefits, including: (Visit Volunteer Page)

Community Engagement – Connect with people and strengthen local ties.

Skill Development – Gain experience in planning, coordination, and leadership.

Recognition and Appreciation – Your efforts are acknowledged and celebrated.

Contribution to a Cause – Support meaningful initiatives that make a difference.

Cultural Experience – Immerse yourself in rich traditions and celebrations.

Networking Opportunities – Build relationships with like-minded individuals.

Additionally, every volunteer is enrolled in a free online self-study certification program after the event, tailored to their area of interest.

The mission of Stalwart Runners is to support and promote donations to First Responders NGOs that provide critical resources, mental health services, and financial assistance to the men and women who risk their lives to protect our communities. Through this support, these organizations help ensure first responders and their families receive the care, training, and assistance they deserve, strengthening public safety and fostering resilient communities.

We encourage donations to support local first responder organizations through partnerships with nonprofit associations. All contributions are made directly to these nonprofits via secure payment links, ensuring complete transparency. Stalwart Runners never collects donations directly. For every event, direct payment links are provided on our event portal, allowing participants and supporters to know their contributions go straight to the intended recipients.

Everyone is welcome! Families, individuals, and local businesses are encouraged to join and make the event a success. Please refer to each event’s specific guidelines and restriction policies.

To ensure the safety of all participants and volunteers, the following policies apply to all Stalwart Runners events and club runs:

1. Prohibited Equipment for Minors

Under no circumstances are children permitted to participate in any event or club run using:

Scooters

Bicycles

Roller skates

Inline skates

This rule applies to all races, events, and organized club runs, without exception.

2. Age Eligibility

All events and club activities are primarily designed for participants and volunteers aged 18 and over.

3. Participants Under 18

Individuals under the age of 18 may participate only under the following conditions:

A parent or legal guardian must be present at the event

The parent or legal guardian must complete the registration on behalf of the minor.

A waiver and release form must be signed by the parent or legal guardian for each participating minor.

Failure to meet any of the above requirements will result in ineligibility to participate.

These policies are in place to ensure participant safety, smooth event operations, and compliance with insurance and liability requirements.

Each event and club run will require a waiver form to be completed by all participants, members, and volunteers. Completion and submission of the waiver form is mandatory. Admission will not be confirmed without a completed waiver form. Thank you.

Parent volunteers and supporters welcome. Adults may run alongside children to encourage participation. This is not a competitive adult race.

Age groups:

For children 5 and under focus on “dash” events that range from a few yards to 400 meters.

For children 5 and over, kids fun runs that are a ½ to 1 mile long may be considered, but allow for a combination of running and walking.

Children ages 8-12 and over may want to participate in a 5K run.

Children ages 13-15 and older may want to participate in a 10K to half marathon event.

Children 15-18 and older may want to participate in a marathon or further distance.

All events are conducted in strict accordance with the Safe Sport Act.

The safety, well-being, and protection of children and youth are our highest priorities.

All volunteers, staff, coaches, and accompanying adults are expected to adhere to Safe Sport principles, including appropriate conduct, supervision, and boundaries.

Its mandatory for all the volunteers including parents volunteer  must submit proof of completion of required Safe Sport training in order to volunteer at any children’s or youth-focused events.  Access the free course from below link.

https://rrcanational.getlearnworlds.com/course/rrca-abuse-awareness-reporting-training-2026

At all of our race events and club runs, pets are restricted. headphones and strollers are also not permitted. These restrictions are in place for safety reasons and insurance purposes.

The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, for a event run or a ckub run encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of during the event or club runs.

We believe your race experience and those around you will be greatly enhanced by leaving the headphones at home or in the car. Running headphone-free allows opportunities to develop camaraderie with your fellow runners and to enjoy everything the race has to offer. Plus, volunteers and spectators will be on course cheering you on and providing directions to help get you to the finish line.

Runner safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority for our event. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.

No pets are permitted in the start and finish areas. This policy applies to all participants, volunteers, and spectators.

No pets are permitted; however, service animals accompanying individuals with disabilities are allowed in all areas of the facility open to the public.

A service animal must be under the control of its handler. Under the ADA, service animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless the individual’s disability prevents using these devices or these devices interfere with the service animal’s safe, effective performance of tasks. 

Kindly visit the individual race event page  or the club page to complete your registration.

Your registration fee contributes to covering essential costs such as permits, infrastructure, transportation, staffing, insurance, law enforcement, awards, event supplies, bibs, medals, shirts, and chip timing required to deliver a successful event experience. Additionally, a portion of every registration fee is allocated to support select charity partners throughout the year. 

Additional restrictions may apply depending on the specific event. We recommend reviewing the race policies for each event and consulting our Run Event Guide for complete details.

Detailed race participation policies for each event are available on the corresponding race sign‑up page.

All registrations are NON‑REFUNDABLE

Applies regardless of injury, illness, pregnancy, emergencies, or weather

No exceptions.

Events are held rain or shine.

Lightning at start time delays the race 15 minutes. Continued lightning may lead to additional delay or cancellation. If canceled, no refunds will be issued.

Our founder has always been deeply passionate about running and overall wellness. As a member of the local community, he sought to give back by creating opportunities that promote health and connection. His deep respect for first responders is at the heart of establishing Stalwart Runners. He also strongly believes in inclusivity and fostering a sense of belonging within the community.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rakesshsharma/

The Registered address for the business is:  17350 State Highway 249, Suite 220, Houston, TX 77064.

The Office address for the business is: 608 E Hickory St Suite 128, Denton, TX 76205

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We welcome feedback and believe there is always room to improve. While we are not perfect, we never cut corners. We leverage world‑class resources within our budget to deliver exceptional race and event experiences.

Please feel free to share your feedback so we can continue to improve director@stalwartrunners.com Thank you.