Students interested in running for a good cause might want to consider joining GatorSOLES, a new UF organization.
The club, whose motto is “Sweat, Overcome, Lead, Endure and Serve,” aims to provide an atmosphere where students can workout, socialize and have fun while raising money for various charities.
The organization is taking its first step toward serving the community by participating in the Gator Smiles Fifth Annual 5K Cupid Fun Run on Saturday.
Penelope Kallis, treasurer of GatorSOLES, said the proceeds will go toward providing cleft lip and palate surgeries to underprivileged children through Love Without Boundaries and to patients and families through the UF Craniofacial Center.
The club will participate in its second race on Feb. 26 and proceeds will fund the American Heart Association.
Overall, the organization aims to stimulate interest in running as a form of fitness.
