> or biking. But why are these activities combined so often? Why limit > who can give to a charity to who can run in a race, and why limit who > can run in a race to who is willing to give to a charity?
Symbiosis? Charities need publicity, and staging a big race in the middle of town is one way to do it. Athletes want fame and glory, and winning a race with a brand name attached (American Heart Association) helps them get invitations to even better races. More symbiosis: Athletic events attract lots of healthy, young people into one place - lots of disposable income the charity wants. The participants also get to socialize with other healthy people with disposable income and who share similar values. So both sides benefit. Fabio
