NEW ORLEANS — The application process for New Orleans-area schools and 501c3 organizations focused on youth development and fitness interested in participating in the Allstate Sugar Bowl Crescent City Fall Classic’s Health and Fitness Challenge Grant program is now open. Interested schools and charities must complete the application process by Monday, October 1. Schools and nonprofits interested in participating can download an application and instructions at here.
“The Health and Fitness Challenge Grant is an amazing opportunity for schools and youth-oriented charities to raise much-needed funds,” said Crescent City Classic Race Director Eric Stuart. “The money raised locally for schools and nonprofits really has a positive impact on the health and well-being of New Orleans youth.”
Schools and nonprofits that apply and are accepted into the program will receive a discounted entry fee to the Fall Classic of $20, a collector’s edition commemorative print from the 2018 Allstate Sugar Bowl Crescent City Classic and the opportunity for cash grants based on participation.
The school or organization with the most entries receives a cash grant of $3,000, a spirit trophy and their logo on the 2019 Fall Classic t-shirt. The second place school or organization receives a cash grant of $1,500, and third place receives a cash grant of $750. Participating schools and charities must register a minimum of 50 race participants.
The Allstate Sugar Bowl Crescent City Classic Fall Classic takes place on Saturday, November 3, in New Orleans City Park. The race is the only qualifier for the 2019 Crescent City Classic at the 5K distance.
The 2018 Crescent City Fall Classic began in 1986. This will be the 33rd running of the popular New Orleans 5K.
For more information on the Allstate Sugar Bowl Crescent City Fall Classic, visit http://www.ccc10k.com/crescent-city-fall-classic.
