Charity Classic
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Event Overview
The Best Buy Foundation Charity Classic is a community sports event held in Richfield, Minnesota. The in-person activities take place at Donaldson Park, which is situated a short distance from the Best Buy corporate campus. This event serves as a fundraiser for the Best Buy Foundation, with all proceeds benefiting the Best Buy Teen Tech Centers.
Distances and Participation
The event is open to employees, vendors, and members of the local community. It features several ways to participate:
- 5K Run
- 1 Mile Walk
- Virtual 5K Run/Walk
- Virtual 1 Mile Walk
In-Person Experience
Participants attending the event at Donaldson Park receive a race t-shirt included with their registration fee. The shirts are uniquely designed by a student artist from a Teen Tech Center. Information regarding the specific design and the artist is shared with participants following the design selection process. Race bibs and t-shirts are made available for collection either on the corporate campus before the event or at the designated race tent on the day of the activity.
Locations and Support
The physical routes for both the run and walk are centered around the park facilities in Richfield. For those unable to attend in person, virtual options allow for participation from any location. The initiative focuses on supporting educational resources and technology access for youth through the foundation's specialized centers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.