Promise Scholars Is Where…

the community comes together to strengthen our region by encouraging our students to pursue an education after high school. Educators, businesses, and local leaders come together to introduce students and parents to the opportunities available after high school and make sure students get on the education pathway to achieve their goals. When we help them become successful and contributing adults, our entire region benefits from a brighter, more productive future.

The Promise Scholars initiative is a partnership between the Ontario-Montclair School District (OMSD) and Chaffey Joint Union High School District along with Chaffey Community College, California State University San Bernardino, California State University Bakersfield, Cal Poly Pomona, and the University of La Verne. Promise Scholars works closely with City of Ontario, Inland So.Cal Empire United Way, and local businesses to help students achieve their college and career dreams. Promise Scholars is one of the first universal, comprehensive college-going programs of its kind in San Bernardino County.

In 2013, Promise Scholars received the League of California Cities Helen Putnam Award of Excellence and recently was selected by the Bill & Melinda Grants Foundation to take part in their “To and Through” Advising Challenge Initiative.

College access is supported by a promise of scholarship assistance for all OMSD students who finish high school through the Chaffey Joint Union High School District and go on to one of the partner colleges. The Promise Scholars Scholarship is for OMSD students graduating from a CJUHSD high school in 2016 and all successive OMSD students, who attend one of these higher education institutions. The Promise Scholars also includes a commitment to help students as they progress from elementary to middle to high school, and then on to college, with field trips to colleges, parent presentations, college fairs, and assistance with college applications and financial aid forms. Promise Scholars works closely with the City of Ontario to implement Ontario's Community College Promise Program, which provides two years of tuition to any California Community College.

While students continue to require the basics of a K-12 education, Promise Scholars will ensure more students have access to higher education and technical training so they have the skills to be prepared for the future, for themselves, their families, and their community. Advanced education and technical skills, means a more prepared workforce, which impacts higher-wage job development in the region. The bottom-line is that access to college benefits us all, and this work is a necessary part of preparing our communities for the future.

To learn more about Ontario-Montclair Promise Scholars, visit their website at www.PromiseScholars.org. 

The Empowerment Scholarship Program provides Ontario community members from low-income backgrounds the opportunity to participate in recreation activities, classes, and programs that will enrich their lives. We are committed to providing a safe, healthy environment for all our community members to thrive. This program makes it possible for Ontario residents to be positively impacted through recreation services and have it extend back to their families, schools and community. 

Formerly the Youth Empowerment Scholarship (Y.E.S.!), the Empowerment Scholarship Program has funded over 1,000 children since 2014. This year, the program has expanded to include community members of all ages. Scholarships can be used towards any activities and classes that the City of Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department offers, including Lifeguard certification courses. A large portion of the 5K Reindeer Run net proceeds contributes to this program. To find out more about this program, or to donate to the fund, please visit www.OntarioCA.gov/Recreation or call (909) 395-2020.

Become a Sponsor!

We have many great opportunities this year for our sponsorships and marketing. 

This is a great opportunity to showcase your organization to more than 3,000 on-site customers and thousands more with our other packages, including website and social media promotion.

Please view our Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities brochure below or call (909) 395-2507 for more information.

Congratulations to all 2023 participants!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW RACE RESULTS

Results for 2024 will be available shortly after the event.

Awards

Team Award - The fastest-timed team based on the top 4 finishers per team

Santa's Spirit Award - Individual, couple, or group that exhibits enthusiasm in perseverance and attitude (i.e., running for a specific cause)

Funky Frosty Award - Individual, couple, or group dressed in creative, novel off beat fashion apparel

Holiday Hound Award - Best dressed holiday pooch!

Parking 

Free parking is allowed on public streets and in city-owned parking lots

How do I register?
Register at Ontarioca.gov/Registration.

How do I know if I am registered?
After you complete the registration process through the CivicRec system, you will be able to print out a receipt for your records. There will also be a transaction number on your receipt for verification purposes. If you have any questions on your registration, you can contact us using the form below, or at (909) 395-2020.

There is an error on my confirmation email. What should I do?
Contact us using the form below or email RecreationInfo@OntarioCA.gov 

When and where do I pick up my race packet?
Packets will be distributed during the Packet Pick-Up Palooza Extravaganza event on Thursday, December 12, from 3 PM—7 PM at Ontario Town Square. Registered participants who are unable to attend the Packet Pick-Up Palooza Extravaganza event can pick up their race packet on race day on the main stage at Ontario Town Square.

I am injured, pregnant, or no longer able to attend the race. Can I get a refund?
Entry fees are non-refundable.

Can I give/sell my registration to another person?
Yes. You will need to send a letter notifying us that you are allowing us to change your registration to another designated participant. The new participant MUST fill out a registration form and mail it to us by all registration deadlines. If you transfer your registration without notifying race personnel, the new participant assumes all liability.

Can I walk the race?
Sure! You can run, walk, jog, wog ….whatever floats your boat!

How many water stations will you have?
We will have 3 water stations available throughout the course.

Where do I park on race day? Is there a fee?
Free parking is allowed on public streets and in city-owned parking lots.

Can I run with ….my pet ….my baby stroller?
Strollers and pets are permitted; however, we ask that pets be secured on a leash and that if you are running with either one of the above, you give priority to runners when at the starting line. For safety reasons, no bicycles, roller skates, scooters or inline skates are permitted.

Can someone join me on my run?
No. All runners are required to register and sign a liability waiver.

THE CODE OF CONDUCT HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED TO PROMOTE A SAFE, SECURE, AND ENJOYABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL GUESTS. GUESTS SHALL BE COURTEOUS TO ALL OTHER GUESTS, PARTICIPANTS, EVENT OFFICIALS, ENTERTAINERS, CITY AND PRIVATE PROPERTY. GUESTS SHALL COMPLY WITH THE DIRECTION AND INSTRUCTIONS OF EVENT OFFICIALS, SECURITY PERSONNEL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT.

• Guests shall not willfully and maliciously disturb other guests, participants, event officials, or entertainer’s enjoyment of the event by engaging in inappropriate conduct. Inappropriate conduct includes but is not limited to:
  • Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, or intimidations;
  • Use of profane, obscene or vulgar language or gestures, except that non-violent political speech or expression shall be respected;
  • Unwanted physical contact;
  • Theft, vandalism, or destruction of property belonging to guests, participants, event officials, or entertainers including city and personal property;
  • Smoking both tobacco products and/or electronic smoking devices, whether in parks per Ontario Municipal Code Chapter 13A of Title 6, or whether at non-park events;
  • Use of fighting words or purposeful, malicious, or willful conduct that incites or provokes a violent reaction by others;
  • Throwing projectiles of any kind;
  • Any activity or conduct deemed by the venue to be inappropriate to the peace and good order of events or which may adversely affect the safety of persons or property.
• No person shall engage in lewd or dissolute conduct pursuant to California Penal Code Section 647(a).
• Operating unauthorized recreational and/or personal transportation devices (such as bicycles, skateboards, golf carts, go-peds, scooters or motorized carts), except by persons with a mobility disability, are not permitted.
• Discarding litter anywhere, except in designated trash receptacles, is prohibited.
• All dogs must be on a leash not exceeding six (6) feet.
• Unauthorized use of utilities (including electrical outlets) is prohibited.
• Children under the age of fourteen (14) years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
• Entering the event area barefoot or shirtless, or with poor bodily hygiene, per California Penal Code 370, is prohibited.
• All persons must wear shoes and pants (skirt, shorts, etc.).
• No outside alcohol or Illegal drug possession and use is prohibited.
  • For events where Alcoholic beverages are available the following will apply
    • Alcoholic beverages can be purchased exclusively within specifically designated areas.
    • Alcohol sales may terminate at any time at the sole discretion of event officials.
    • Guests who consume alcoholic beverages shall not violate California Penal Code Section 647(f) by becoming so intoxicated that he or she:
      • Is unable to exercise care for his or her own safety or the safety of others; or
      • Is interfering with, obstructing, or preventing others from using streets, sidewalks, or other public ways.
• Intervention with an impaired or intoxicated guest will be handled in a prompt and safe manner.
• Unauthorized soliciting of money or contributions for any purpose is prohibited, except for those who have a permit under Ontario Municipal Code Section 3-1.714.
• Unauthorized sale of products or services is prohibited pursuant to Ontario Municipal Code Section 10-1.18.
• For safety reasons, guests are prohibited from bringing the following items to the event:
  • Aerosol cans;
  • Barbeque or other cooking equipment (unless approved by event officials);
  • Sound amplifying devices;
  • Confetti or smoke-producing products;
  • Poles/sticks to display flags, banners, signs, etc.;
  • Camping tents;
  • Firearms of any kind held at a non-park event, unless pursuant to a valid Concealed Weapon Permit, pepper spray, tear gas, handcuffs, stun guns, explosives, brass knuckles, sticks, clubs, batons, martial arts instruments, knives, etc.;
  • Firearms of any kind at any event held at a park, whether a person holds a valid Concealed Weapon Permit or not; and
  • Any other item deemed inappropriate or dangerous by the venue in its sole discretion.
• The list of prohibited items is subject to change at any time by event officials.

VIOLATION OF CODE OF CONDUCT
Violation of any codes from this Code of Conduct may result in removal from the event area including but not limited to suspension from future Ontario Special Events. Any decision of the Recreation and Community Services Director to suspend an individual from future Ontario Special Events may be appealed to the Recreation and Parks Commission, subject to the time and notice terms of the Suspension Letter. If a guest is in possession of a prohibited item, he or she will be asked to remove that item from the event immediately. Guests are encouraged to report inappropriate behavior to event officials. We welcome your help in our efforts to provide an enjoyable experience for all guests.

MEDIA DISCLAIMER NOTICE
During today’s event, you may be photographed, videotaped, or filmed by authorized parties. Your attendance/admission serves as permission for use of these images by the City of Ontario.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions or comments about this information, please contact the City of Ontario’s Recreation & Community Services Department at RecreationInfo@OntarioCA.gov or at (909) 395-2020.

Adopted by the Recreation & Parks Commission, June 27, 2022