21K Tarahumara Race in Chihuahua Bridges Running and Education for Rarámuri Community

Chihuahua is gearing up for a significant sporting and social event with the second edition of the 21K Tarahumara The Home Depot by Brooks 2026. This race transcends mere competition, merging athletic endeavor with a profound commitment to social progress by supporting educational scholarships for the indigenous Rarámuri community through the Fundación José A. Llaguno.

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This is a race that represents a milestone in Chihuahua. What this event encompasses is that it is dedicated to education and unites the Rarámuri community with runners from all over Mexico.

More than 1,500 runners are expected to participate, covering distances of 21K and 5K. This gathering is framed not just as a race, but as a powerful demonstration of solidarity and collective effort, where every stride taken reinforces the positive impact sports can have on societal transformation. The event highlights a 13-year legacy of impactful work, having already benefited 30,000 individuals and maintaining a strong, enduring purpose.

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It's 13 years of work in which we have obtained great results, with 30,000 people benefited and a purpose that remains valid. In this race, we all win: it is an emblematic culture and we seek to create educational opportunities for young people and children.

Víctor Girón, Public Relations Manager at The Home Depot, described the race as a milestone for Chihuahua, emphasizing its dedication to education and its role in connecting the Rarámuri community with runners from across Mexico. He noted that the event fosters a win-win scenario, celebrating an emblematic culture while creating educational opportunities for young people and children.

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The runners do not arrive alone, they are part of a cultural encounter. Running in the sierra is a philosophy of life; when students see that what is contributed goes to their education, they know it is worth moving away from home a little.

Karla Hernández, Director of the Fundación José A. Llaguno, further elaborated on the unique nature of the event. She explained that it's more than just a race; it's a cultural encounter where participants receive medals and items crafted by local artisans. Running in the Sierra Tarahumara is presented as a life philosophy, and the knowledge that contributions directly support students' education provides a powerful incentive for them to pursue their studies, even if it means being away from home. These students are envisioned as active agents of change within their community and for Mexico, with personalized life plans developed for each.

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For each of them, we create a life plan.