Grocery & shopping runs
Send your list and we'll shop your favorite local store, pick the freshest items, and deliver them right to your door.
from $12 / runGroceries, pickups and drop-offs, the pharmacy line, the post office — whatever's on your list, a friendly Roots Run runner takes care of it the same day. Background-checked, insured, and right in your neighborhood.
A runner for whatever's on your list
Pick a task or send us your whole list. Our runners shop, pick up, drop off, wait, and deliver — then send you a photo confirmation when it's done.
Send your list and we'll shop your favorite local store, pick the freshest items, and deliver them right to your door.
from $12 / runPackages, returns, online order pickups, gifts, paperwork — we collect it from point A and deliver it to point B.
from $10 / tripWe pick up prescriptions and pharmacy essentials and bring them to you — discreet, careful, and on time.
from $11 / runDMV, permits, ticketed releases, the deli counter — we hold your spot so you never waste an afternoon waiting.
from $18 / hourMail letters, ship packages, drop returns, and grab stamps — we handle the counter and the lines for you.
from $10 / tripPet food and supply runs, vet pickups, and caring help with errands for seniors and busy families.
from $13 / runNo app to learn, no hassle. Book online or by phone and we take it from there.
Send your list or describe the errand, your address, and when you need it done.
A nearby, background-checked runner accepts and heads out — usually within minutes.
Follow progress live and message your runner. We send photo confirmation along the way.
Errand delivered, you pay securely, and you rate the run. Simple as that.
Roots Run is locally owned and operated. Every runner is screened and trained, and every errand is covered — so handing off your to-do list feels easy and safe.
Love your town and have a few free hours? Run errands for your neighbors and get paid for it. You choose when you work, which jobs you take, and you keep 100% of your tips.
Based at home in Kenosha, Wisconsin, our runners cover the city and surrounding neighborhoods — with the service area growing every month.
Outside the list? Ask us — we're often able to help nearby.
No hidden fees, ever. Mileage and any store purchases are billed at cost with your approval.
Perfect for the occasional run when life gets busy.
For households that run errands every week.
For offices, clinics, and senior-care providers.
"I work twelve-hour shifts and Roots Run does my weekly grocery pickup like clockwork. The photo confirmations give me total peace of mind."
"They waited at the DMV for two hours so I didn't have to. My runner texted me the whole time. Honestly worth every penny."
"We use Roots Run for my mom's pharmacy and grocery runs. Kind, reliable, and always on time. It's been a huge help for our family."
For same-day requests in our core service area, a runner is typically on the way within minutes and most errands are completed in about 23 minutes from acceptance. You can also schedule errands in advance for a specific date and time.
Errands start at $10. You pay securely online after the errand is complete. Any store purchases and mileage are billed at cost with your approval first — there are never hidden fees or surprise charges.
Yes. Every Roots Run runner is identity-verified and passes a background check before their first job, and all errands are covered by our liability insurance.
Grocery and shopping runs, package pickups and drop-offs, pharmacy runs, post office and shipping, waiting in line, returns, dry cleaning, pet supplies, and more. If it's a legal local task, just ask — we'll let you know right away if we can help.
We can pick up prescriptions that are ready for collection on your behalf, following the pharmacy's authorization requirements. We handle them discreetly and bring them straight to you.
Head to the Become a Runner section and apply through the contact form. You'll need to be 18+, pass a background check, and have reliable transportation. We'll be in touch within one business day.
Book your first errand today and find out how much time you get back. Friendly local runners are standing by.
Tell us what you need and we'll get a runner moving. Applying to run? Mention it in your message and we'll send next steps.