Anderson Humane's Walk4Animals & 5K Run
- Date Sun 26th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Batavia, Illinois
- Price $33.49 - $48.99
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at Anderson Humane's Walk4Animals & 5K Run on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in the beautiful Batavia, Kane! This vibrant event is a fantastic opportunity to support thousands of animals in need while enjoying a day of fun and community spirit. Participants can choose between a timed 5K run or a leisurely 1.65-mile walk along the scenic Batavia Riverwalk.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a stroll with your furry friend, every step taken helps provide essential resources for the care and protection of animals counting on Anderson Humane. Fundraising is key – raise $100 and earn a stylish official 2026 W4A & 5K t-shirt! With your support, we can create a brighter future for animals and the people who love them. Don't forget to wear your purple and be part of the mission to make happy new beginnings possible!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a stroll with your furry friend, every step taken helps provide essential resources for the care and protection of animals counting on Anderson Humane. Fundraising is key – raise $100 and earn a stylish official 2026 W4A & 5K t-shirt! With your support, we can create a brighter future for animals and the people who love them. Don't forget to wear your purple and be part of the mission to make happy new beginnings possible!
Organiser's Description
JOIN OUR PACK!
EVERY YEAR, THOUSANDS OF DOGS, CATS, SMALL MAMMALS AND WILDLIFE COUNT ON ANDERSON HUMANE FOR A SECOND CHANCE. WE WORK TIRELESSLY TO PROVIDE LIFE-CHANGING CARE AND SUPPORT THESE ANIMALS WITH FOOD, SHELTER, MEDICAL CARE, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE LOVE AND RESPECT THEY DESERVE. _IN 2024 WE RESCUED 4000+ DOMESTIC AND 3000+ WILD ANIMALS._ OUR WALK4ANIMALS & 5K HELPS US CONTINUE OUR COMMITMENT TO CREATING A MORE HUMANE WORLD FOR ANIMALS _AND_ THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM.
NOW YOU CAN BE PART OF THE MISSION! JOIN THE PURPLE WAVE BY RUNNING IN OUR 5K. OR BRING YOUR DOG & HELP MAKE WALK4ANIMALS, A 1.65-MILE WALK AROUND THE BATAVIA RIVERWALK, ANDERSON HUMANE'S LARGEST FUNDRAISER. THE 5K IS A TIMED EVENT. THE 1.65 MILE WALK IS NOT TIMED.
EVERY DOLLAR RAISED FOR WALK4ANIMALS ENSURES ANDERSON HUMANE HAS THE RESOURCES TO CARE FOR AND PROTECT EVERY ANIMAL THAT COMES THROUGH OUR DOORS. PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING WHAT YOU CAN EITHER THROUGH A DONATION OR BY JOINING US AND HELPING US RAISE MONEY FOR THIS IMPORTANT CAUSE.
WALKERS: RAISE $100 AND EARN THE OFFICIAL 2026 W4A & 5K T-SHIRT! _T-SHIRT INCLUDED IN 5K REGISTRATION._
YOUR SUPPORT TODAY WILL HELP MAKE SECOND CHANCES POSSIBLE FOR THE ANIMALS THAT NEED US MOST. TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE HAPPY NEW BEGINNINGS POSSIBLE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND GENEROSITY. _DON'T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR PURPLE!_
5K DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS $60.
PACKET PICK-UP
619 W. MAIN STREET, ST. CHARLES
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FRIDAY - 4/24: 47 PM
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SATURDAY - 4/25: 9 AM1 PM
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EVENT DAY - 4/26, 6:45 AM
WALK4ANIMALS & 5K BEGINS/ENDS AT: BATAVIA RIVERWALK, 100 N. ISLAND AVENUE, BATAVIA, IL 60510
_WANT TO MAGNIFY YOUR FUNDRAISING OR THINKING OF STARTING A TEAM? CHECK OUT OUR TEAM LEADER QUICK START GUIDE. [https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_hybkaCk/WdFY3tIXFwWFZy7jX1bHFg/view?utm_content=DAG_hybkaCk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=haef588b355]_
UNABLE TO ATTEND?
NO WORRIES! WALK OR RUN IN YOUR OWN NEIGHBORHOOD ON WALK DAY OR STAY HOME AND GATHER DONATIONS TO HELP ANDERSON HUMANE. OR DON'T WALK AT ALL AND CONSIDER DONATING TO A TEAM OR PARTICIPANT.
5K AWARDS
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE 1ST & 2ND MEN & WOMEN 5K PARTICIPANTS IN THESE CATEGORIES:
14 & UNDER, 15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65 AND OVER
EVERY YEAR, THOUSANDS OF DOGS, CATS, SMALL MAMMALS AND WILDLIFE COUNT ON ANDERSON HUMANE FOR A SECOND CHANCE. WE WORK TIRELESSLY TO PROVIDE LIFE-CHANGING CARE AND SUPPORT THESE ANIMALS WITH FOOD, SHELTER, MEDICAL CARE, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE LOVE AND RESPECT THEY DESERVE. _IN 2024 WE RESCUED 4000+ DOMESTIC AND 3000+ WILD ANIMALS._ OUR WALK4ANIMALS & 5K HELPS US CONTINUE OUR COMMITMENT TO CREATING A MORE HUMANE WORLD FOR ANIMALS _AND_ THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM.
NOW YOU CAN BE PART OF THE MISSION! JOIN THE PURPLE WAVE BY RUNNING IN OUR 5K. OR BRING YOUR DOG & HELP MAKE WALK4ANIMALS, A 1.65-MILE WALK AROUND THE BATAVIA RIVERWALK, ANDERSON HUMANE'S LARGEST FUNDRAISER. THE 5K IS A TIMED EVENT. THE 1.65 MILE WALK IS NOT TIMED.
EVERY DOLLAR RAISED FOR WALK4ANIMALS ENSURES ANDERSON HUMANE HAS THE RESOURCES TO CARE FOR AND PROTECT EVERY ANIMAL THAT COMES THROUGH OUR DOORS. PLEASE CONSIDER GIVING WHAT YOU CAN EITHER THROUGH A DONATION OR BY JOINING US AND HELPING US RAISE MONEY FOR THIS IMPORTANT CAUSE.
WALKERS: RAISE $100 AND EARN THE OFFICIAL 2026 W4A & 5K T-SHIRT! _T-SHIRT INCLUDED IN 5K REGISTRATION._
YOUR SUPPORT TODAY WILL HELP MAKE SECOND CHANCES POSSIBLE FOR THE ANIMALS THAT NEED US MOST. TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE HAPPY NEW BEGINNINGS POSSIBLE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR KINDNESS AND GENEROSITY. _DON'T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR PURPLE!_
5K DAY-OF REGISTRATION IS $60.
PACKET PICK-UP
619 W. MAIN STREET, ST. CHARLES
*
FRIDAY - 4/24: 47 PM
*
SATURDAY - 4/25: 9 AM1 PM
*
EVENT DAY - 4/26, 6:45 AM
WALK4ANIMALS & 5K BEGINS/ENDS AT: BATAVIA RIVERWALK, 100 N. ISLAND AVENUE, BATAVIA, IL 60510
_WANT TO MAGNIFY YOUR FUNDRAISING OR THINKING OF STARTING A TEAM? CHECK OUT OUR TEAM LEADER QUICK START GUIDE. [https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_hybkaCk/WdFY3tIXFwWFZy7jX1bHFg/view?utm_content=DAG_hybkaCk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=haef588b355]_
UNABLE TO ATTEND?
NO WORRIES! WALK OR RUN IN YOUR OWN NEIGHBORHOOD ON WALK DAY OR STAY HOME AND GATHER DONATIONS TO HELP ANDERSON HUMANE. OR DON'T WALK AT ALL AND CONSIDER DONATING TO A TEAM OR PARTICIPANT.
5K AWARDS
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE 1ST & 2ND MEN & WOMEN 5K PARTICIPANTS IN THESE CATEGORIES:
14 & UNDER, 15-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-54, 55-64, 65 AND OVER
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