East Side Fitness, at 5854 Fraser St., is collecting used running shoes for the Run For Change Society. Run for Change was founded by 麻豆传媒映画runner Benji Chu in 2010, after he realized the power of running made him a healthier, happier, more disciplined and confident person. He felt others could benefit from this same sense of empowerment and achievement, so he started the non-profit in partnership with the Carnegie Community Centre. The goal is to introduce low-income residents from the Downtown East Side, including the homeless and those in recovery, to a healthier, lifestyle through regular running or walking. Run for Change provides runners and running clothes to those who need them. To donate, drop by East Side Fitness or call 604-568-1224 to arrange for pick up.
