We deeply appreciate your support of the Sonoma County Human Race and your dedication to our nonprofit community.

For 44 years, the Human Race has been more than just a fundraiser—it has been a powerful advocacy tool and a beloved community-building event, raising over $26 million for 7,700 nonprofits, schools, and community groups across the North Bay. 

After careful consideration and direct feedback from past participants, CVNL has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s event. While this chapter is coming to a close, we remain committed to supporting nonprofits in new and impactful ways. 

Why We Made This Decision

The current climate for nonprofits has shifted significantly, making fundraising efforts more complex and challenging. In a survey sent to past participants, many shared that they were unable to commit to the event this year due to factors such as: 

• Limited capacity and resources, 

• Shifting priorities, or 

• Engaging in other fundraising efforts. 

At CVNL, we are adapting alongside the nonprofit sector, and we want to ensure that any fundraising program we offer truly meets the needs of our partners. Rather than holding the Race as planned, we are taking this time to evaluate and improve the program to provide stronger, more relevant fundraising support for nonprofits moving forward. 

How We Are Supporting Nonprofits Now 

While we pause the Human Race, our commitment to supporting nonprofits remains strong. We are: 

• Hosting timely discussions, including our upcoming Virtual Town Hall with Congressman Jared Huffman to address issues affecting nonprofits. Learn More Here 

• Offering core training programs, consulting, and volunteer management services to help organizations navigate current challenges. 

• Exploring ways to introduce more free and accessible events and resources that respond to the sector’s evolving needs. 

We deeply appreciate your understanding and engagement, and we are listening. Our goal is to strengthen the ways we support nonprofits in their fundraising and capacity-building efforts. If you have purchased a booth, we will be issuing a refund.  

Thank you for being part of this incredible legacy. We look forward to continuing to work alongside you to strengthen our community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or if there are specific resources you need: Lauren Oblad, loblad@cvnl.org or 707-890-8884.