THE
INDIGENOUS
MARATHON
FOUNDATION

What we strive for…

A reconciled, unified, and healthy Australia.

How we contribute…

Together we use running to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, strength, and achievements, to empower inspirational leaders.

 

We…

  • Respect, recognise and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, cultures, perspectives, and aspirations.
  • Improve the health, wellbeing, quality of life and physical literacy of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through running (and walking).
  • Provide opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to inspire themselves, their families, communities, and the nation.
  • Foster opportunities through running for reconciliation and education.
  • Exemplify integrity and excellence in everything we do.

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.

The IMP has grown significantly with 167 graduates finishing a major international marathon, including New York, Boston, Tokyo, London, Paris and Berlin, and completing a compulsory education in health and leadership.

MEET THE IMP GRADUATES

The continual growth and expansion of the IMP led to the establishment of IMF, which now delivers five core programs:

  • The Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP)
  • IMF RAW (Running and Walking)
  • I-CAN (Indigenous Communities for Activity and Nutrition)
  • IMF Warrior Project
  • FrontRunners

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.

Learn more about our programs below.

Help us harness the power of running to change lives