For 20 years, Run For The Water 2026 has brought people together for something bigger than the finish line.
What started as a single race has helped fund clean water systems that change lives in communities across Burundi, bringing safer water, improved health, and brighter futures to thousands of people.
As we prepare for this milestone year, we want to hear from the people who helped make it possible.
Whether you’ve participated once or every year, volunteered, cheered on runners, or supported the mission in another way, your story is part of this community.
Maybe it was:
Crossing the finish line for the first time
Running with friends, co-workers, run club, or family
Volunteering on race day
Supporting clean water through fundraising
A moment on the course that stayed with you
Why this mission matters to you
Big moments or small ones—we’d love to hear them.
Throughout the 20th anniversary celebration, we’ll be sharing memories and stories from the Run For The Water community as we reflect on two decades of impact and look ahead to the future.
As a thank you for sharing your story, everyone who submits a memory will receive a special 20th-anniversary commemorative bandana.
Click the button below to share memories and share your story.
Deadline to submit: June 1, 2026
Thank you for being part of 20 years of helping bring clean water, hope, and opportunity to communities in Burundi.
One Race. A Lifetime of Change.
Join Us for the 20th Anniversary
Registration for Run For The Water 2026 is open.
Whether you’re returning to the course or joining us for the first time, we hope you’ll be part of this milestone year.
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Austin, Texas
10-Miler • 5K • Kids K • Global Run
Want to see how Run For The Water began 20 years ago? Read the story behind the race.
