2025 Charity Partner – Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center

SAFE HAVEN SHELTER & RESOURCE CENTER

For 46 years, Safe Haven has been providing safety, space to heal, advocacy, and empowerment to women, children, and all survivors of domestic violence.
 
We offer emergency shelter, basic needs, safety planning, legal advocacy, assistance with employment, education, and housing – as well as trauma and support services for children and adults. Safe Haven’s comprehensive programming supports survivors through their entire journey from crisis management to lasting freedom from domestic violence.

Contact: Carin Skoog
Email: [email protected]

IMPORTANT: To apply to become a charity runner for Grandma’s Marathon weekend, please contact your charity of choice directly to inquire about available entries, fundraising requirements, etc.

FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENTS
Charity runners commit to fundraising a minimum amount prior to race weekend, as outlined below:

  • Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon — $500


The fundraising goal must be reached prior to the date agreed upon between the organization and participant. If the minimum fundraising amount is not met, the remaining balance will be charged to the participant or the entry may be inactivated.

PERKS
In addition to an entry to the Grandma’s Marathon weekend race of their choice, all charity runners will also receive:

  • Safe Haven-branded running shirt, other swag items