2025 URI Be 5K
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Kingston, Rhode Island
- Price $17.40 - $22.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant 2025 URI Be 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, in the beautiful city of Kingston, Washington! This annual event, now in its 17th year, is a spirited walk/run dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and mental health, with all proceeds benefiting the Heather Fund. Established in memory of Heather Vennewald, a beloved URI student, this fund supports essential programs aimed at promoting mental wellness within the URI community.
The Be 5K promises a fun-filled atmosphere, inviting URI students, faculty, staff, families, and community members to come together for a meaningful cause. With day-of registration starting at 8:30 AM and the race kicking off at 10 AM, participants can look forward to a high-energy experience that not only promotes fitness but also encourages open conversations about mental health. Rain or shine, this event welcomes everyone—pets included! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and support!
The Be 5K promises a fun-filled atmosphere, inviting URI students, faculty, staff, families, and community members to come together for a meaningful cause. With day-of registration starting at 8:30 AM and the race kicking off at 10 AM, participants can look forward to a high-energy experience that not only promotes fitness but also encourages open conversations about mental health. Rain or shine, this event welcomes everyone—pets included! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of community spirit and support!
Organiser's Description
The University of Rhode Island Counseling Center is hosting the 17th annual Be 5K, URI's 5K walk/run for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. All proceeds from the URI Be 5K will go directly to the Heather Fund. This fund was established in memory of Heather Vennewald, a URI student who was lost to suicide.
The Heather Fund provides support for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the URI community. In addition to raising funds, the URI Be 5K is a dynamic and high energy event for URI students, faculty, staff, families and community members to explore on and off-campus resources and discover ways we can all contribute to suicide prevention and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
The Be 5K takes place rain or shine. Pets welcome!
Race Info.: Day-of registration starts at 8:30AM and walk/run starts at 10AM.
The Heather Fund provides support for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the URI community. In addition to raising funds, the URI Be 5K is a dynamic and high energy event for URI students, faculty, staff, families and community members to explore on and off-campus resources and discover ways we can all contribute to suicide prevention and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
The Be 5K takes place rain or shine. Pets welcome!
Race Info.: Day-of registration starts at 8:30AM and walk/run starts at 10AM.
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