Focus Africa Run for Aids
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Location Winnipeg, MB
- Price $28.93 - $66.49
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Focus Africa Run for Aids on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, in the beautiful St. Vital Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba. This exciting event features a 5K Run and a 3/5K Walk, encouraging participants of all ages and abilities to come together for a worthy cause.
This event aims to raise vital funds for the Beacon of Hope (BOH) in Kajiado, Kenya, a remarkable facility dedicated to providing medical care, education, and empowerment for women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. Your participation and support can make a real difference in the lives of many, as proceeds will directly benefit the Mjali grandmothers' program and other expanding initiatives at BOH.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering on friends and family, we invite everyone in the Manitoba community to join us in this meaningful journey. Let’s embrace the spirit of community and compassion while making strides toward a better future together!
This event aims to raise vital funds for the Beacon of Hope (BOH) in Kajiado, Kenya, a remarkable facility dedicated to providing medical care, education, and empowerment for women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. Your participation and support can make a real difference in the lives of many, as proceeds will directly benefit the Mjali grandmothers' program and other expanding initiatives at BOH.
Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering on friends and family, we invite everyone in the Manitoba community to join us in this meaningful journey. Let’s embrace the spirit of community and compassion while making strides toward a better future together!
Organiser's Description
On Saturday, June 6th, 2026, Focus Africa, in conjunction with the Running Room will host the Focus Africa Run for Aids at St. Vital Park. The event will consist of a 5K Run and a 3/5K Walk. We are excited about this event and the effect it will continue to have on our community and beyond! For more information on Focus Africa, visit www.focusafrica.caNet proceeds from the event will support Beacon of Hope (BOH) in Kajiado, Kenya. BOH is a multi-use facility/medical centre that provides HIV/AIDS-affected women and children with medical care, economic empowerment, education, and community-based care. Currently, Beacon of Hope programs are expanding to include grandmothers, youth, and the training of interns, as well as reaching out into neighbouring communities. For more info on BOH, visit www.beaconafrica.org.We invite you to embrace this opportunity and make a difference through sponsorship, donation, and/or participation in this event. We extend this invitation to individuals, families, friends, and the Manitoba community at large. Participant registration fees for the Run/Walk will go entirely to support Mjali grandmothers' program at Beacon of Hope. Donations will go to support the Run event, with any excess going to Mjali grandmothers’ program. Donations can be made through ICMS here.
The Run/Walk route
The Run/Walk route
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Location
St. Vital Park Picnic Shelter, River Road, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
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