Corrigan Sports Enterprises Announces Partnership with Giant Food as Official Grocery Sponsor of Major Running Events

March 4, 2025

Elkridge, MD /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Corrigan Sports Enterprises (CSE) is excited to announce a new partnership with Giant Food, naming the grocery retailer as the official grocery store sponsor of CSE’s premier endurance events. This exciting collaboration will enhance the experience for participants at the Annapolis Running Festival, the Frederick Running Festival, the Baltimore Running Festival, the Bay Bridge Run, and the Ocean City Running Festival.

“At Giant, we are invested in the health and well-being of the community,’ said Paul Zvaleny, Director of Pharmacy Operations Giant Food. “We are proud to support events throughout the region that provide a place for our community to come together and be active.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Giant Food as a key partner for our running events,” said Lee Corrigan, President of Corrigan Sports Enterprises. “Giant has been a trusted name in the Mid-Atlantic for years, and their commitment to health and the local community aligns perfectly with the values of our events. Their support will help elevate the experience for our participants, whether they are elite runners or first-time finishers.”

As the official grocery store sponsor, Giant Food will play a vital role in supporting runners by providing fresh and nutritious food during races at the aid stations and the finish line. Giant will provide fruit, granola bars, and other healthy options to help fuel their energy on race day.

With thousands of runners participating in CSE’s events each year, this partnership strengthens the connection between local communities and a brand committed to providing nutritious, high-quality food. Together, CSE and Giant Food aim to make every race day an unforgettable experience for all involved.

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ABOUT CORRIGAN SPORTS ENTERPRISES

Corrigan Sports Enterprises has earned its national reputation by owning and operating some of the largest events in the endurance industry. Founded in 2001, CSE owns and/or operates marquee events such as the Annapolis Running Festival, Baltimore Running Festival, Frederick Running Festival, Baltimore 10-Miler, Ocean City Running Festival, The Bay Bridge Run and the Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Classic. For more information visit: www.corrigansports.com.

ABOUT GIANT FOOD
Since opening its first location over 89 years ago in Washington, D.C., in 1936, Giant has been an integral part of the communities and customers it serves. Giant is committed to being a Better Neighbor and has designated four main giving pillars that address local Food Insecurity, Military Support, Pediatric Cancer Research, and Social Equality. Giant is headquartered in Landover, Md., and operates 163 supermarkets in Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and the District of Columbia with approximately 20,000 associates. Included within the 163 stores are 153 full-service pharmacies and 28 Starbucks locations. Giant fits all the way today’s busy customers want to shop – in-store or online. With 161 Giant Pickup locations and delivery options available in all its markets, customers have even more convenient options to get the best products and prices whenever and however they choose. For more information on Giant Food, visit giantfood.com.