12th Annual Bessie's Walk/Race
- Date Sat 31st May 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Highland Hills, Ohio
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the fun at the 12th Annual Bessie's Walk/Race on Saturday, May 31, 2025, in beautiful Highland Hills, Cuyahoga! This exciting event offers participants the choice of a 5k run or a 1-mile walk, making it perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Registration opens bright and early at 8 AM, followed by a warm-up session at 8:30 AM featuring fun stretches and children's activities. The race kicks off at 9 AM, welcoming both runners and walkers to enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
This year, Bessie's Angels, a dedicated nonprofit organization, celebrates twelve years of empowering young women affected by the foster care system. By participating in this event, you're not just getting active; you're also supporting vital programs that assist with housing, utility payments, and more. Every runner will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement, while walkers can take their time enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Bring your kids and pets along for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and the satisfaction of making a difference. Join us in making this event a memorable one!
This year, Bessie's Angels, a dedicated nonprofit organization, celebrates twelve years of empowering young women affected by the foster care system. By participating in this event, you're not just getting active; you're also supporting vital programs that assist with housing, utility payments, and more. Every runner will receive a medal to commemorate their achievement, while walkers can take their time enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Bring your kids and pets along for a day filled with joy, community spirit, and the satisfaction of making a difference. Join us in making this event a memorable one!
Organiser's Description
Bessies Angels is a nonprofit organization. Our mission is to nurture, empower, educate and to provide low-income housing to young women touched by the foster care system.
Join us Saturday, May 31st at Tri - C Eastern Campus - MANDEL LOBBY for a 5k run or 1 mile walk. Registration opens at 8am:
Warm up starts at 8:30am with fun, stretch,
Children's activities.
Runners and walkers will start the course at 9am.
Kids and pets are welcome!
Celebrate12 years of supporting Bessie's Angels.
The walk/run goal is to get outside and have fun while we raise funds to continue the many services we provide. We assist with utility payments, rent, immediate needs and more.
All RUNNERS will receive a medal. Walkers stroll or speed along at their on pace.
EVENT DISCLAIMER
Bessies Angels 11th Annual Run/Walk I waive all claims for myself, my heirs, and assigns against the Bessies Angels, sponsors, patrons, promoters, race officials, and all others associated with the Bessies Angels 11th Annual Run/Walk for any injury or illness which results from my participation. I further state that I am in proper physical condition to compete in the race, and that I am an amateur runner. Also, I authorize the use of my name and/or photograph, taken at this race, for use in any news media.
Join us Saturday, May 31st at Tri - C Eastern Campus - MANDEL LOBBY for a 5k run or 1 mile walk. Registration opens at 8am:
Warm up starts at 8:30am with fun, stretch,
Children's activities.
Runners and walkers will start the course at 9am.
Kids and pets are welcome!
Celebrate12 years of supporting Bessie's Angels.
The walk/run goal is to get outside and have fun while we raise funds to continue the many services we provide. We assist with utility payments, rent, immediate needs and more.
All RUNNERS will receive a medal. Walkers stroll or speed along at their on pace.
EVENT DISCLAIMER
Bessies Angels 11th Annual Run/Walk I waive all claims for myself, my heirs, and assigns against the Bessies Angels, sponsors, patrons, promoters, race officials, and all others associated with the Bessies Angels 11th Annual Run/Walk for any injury or illness which results from my participation. I further state that I am in proper physical condition to compete in the race, and that I am an amateur runner. Also, I authorize the use of my name and/or photograph, taken at this race, for use in any news media.
Races
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Bessie's 5K Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Runner Swag
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$54.00
Welcome, to Bessie's Angels 12th Annual Race/Walk. This walk is to create awareness of the impact of foster care and the trauma that accompanies it. For your convenience the run is timed. The walk is at your own pace. We plan to have a lot of fun. There is a warm up and a children's area. Come out and support our efforts. SPREAD THE WORD! -
Bessie's Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Walker Swag
Sat 31st May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Race Volunteers (Greet, Cheer and More)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Water Bottle
Sat 31st May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$38.10
Arrive a little early, your role is so important. Help to direct runners, greet new comers. Cheer on the teams and more.
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