The Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) was established in 2009 by world marathon champion, Rob de Castella, and in 2010 four Indigenous Australians created history as the first to run in the world’s biggest marathon – the New York City Marathon. Running and physical activity underpin all IMF programs and we are committed to providing social, inclusive, and fun environments for people to adopt active and healthy lifestyles.
About the Indigenous Marathon Foundation
Established by World Marathon Champion and 1983 Australian of the Year Robert de Castella AO MBE, the IMF is a for-purpose health promotion charity that uses running to celebrate Indigenous achievement, create positive role models and influence health outcomes across Indigenous Australia. IMF’s mission is to reduce the incidence of chronic disease by normalising running, walking and physical activity across Indigenous communities, and challenge stereotypes of Indigenous Australians by creating strong, resilient and inspirational leaders.
The IMF is underpinned by 10 years of experience and four key programs:
Indigenous Communities for Activity and Nutrition (I-CAN): School-based health programs and fitness tracks aimed at health & increasing school attendance
The Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP): Flagship New York City Marathon program aimed at
creating local health leaders and championing Indigenous resilience and, achievement
FrontRunners: Mentoring and grant-based program provided to IMP graduates aimed at driving ongoing community outcomes
Deadly Running Australia (DRA): Community based running and walking groups aimed at mobilising communities and creating grassroots champions and leaders
Running and physical activity underpin all IMF programs and we are committed to providing social, inclusive, and fun environments for people to adopt active and healthy lifestyles.