Philadelphia Athletic Charities Inc is a 501c (3) non profit founded in 2002." Our mission
is to develop, produce and consult with races that support worthy causes in the Philadelphia area" We are supported by a group of volunteers who have a great
expertise and a passion for running who wish to use their passion to support the local
running scene in Philadelphia. "Our major mission is Project Belmont Plateau with a
goal of the restoration and maintenance of the cross country courses and to continue to
keep Belmont Plateau as one of the premiere venues for XC racing in the United States.