Grassroots organization, philanthropy bolster youth participation

A grassroots philanthropic movement is vying to shift the demographics of The Vancouver Sun Run so that more youth can reap the benefits of the popular Vancouver road race.
At least 200 students and some of their teachers participating in the 34th annual 10-kilometre race on Sunday, April 22 will cross the finish with their registration fees mostly covered by the Jack Gin Family Foundation.
The foundation began funding young racers from lower-income neighbourhoods last year.
Matt Johnston, a ful