AwareNow 'Because I Can' Virtual 5K

  • Date Wed 31st December 2025
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

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Join us for the inspiring AwareNow 'Because I Can' Virtual 5K on December 31, 2025, in Owosso, Shiawassee! This isn’t just another run; it’s a global movement inviting participants from all corners of the world to run or walk in support of the powerful documentary that shares the stories of those living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). With a fundraising goal of $150,000, this virtual race aims to empower individuals while helping the documentary reach its national tour launch in March 2026.

Whether you choose to complete the 5K on your favorite trail, city sidewalk, or treadmill, you can track your own distance and share your experience with others. This unique opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact while embracing the spirit of determination and resilience embodied by those featured in the film. Join us in this call to action and be part of a story that mattersβ€”your steps will help shine a light on the MS community and support a cause that touches millions. Sign up for the AwareNow 'Because I Can' Virtual 5K and run for something bigger than yourself!

Organiser's Description

THIS ISNT JUST ANOTHER RUN.
THIS IS A STORY IN MOTION.
AND IM INVITING YOU TO BE PART OF IT.__



THE 'BECAUSE I CAN' VIRTUAL 5K IS A GLOBAL EVENT INVITING PARTICIPANTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO RUN OR WALK IN SUPPORT OF THE 'BECAUSE I CAN' DOCUMENTARY. THIS POWERFUL FILM FOLLOWS THE LIVES OF THOSE LIVING WITH MS, TELLING STORIES OF GRIT, STRENGTH, AND DETERMINATION.

WITH A FUNDRAISING GOAL OF $150,000, THE VIRTUAL RUN EMPOWERS PEOPLE EVERYWHERE TO SUPPORT A CAUSE THAT IMPACTS MILLIONS WHILE HELPING THIS FILM CROSS THE FINISH LINE.

AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE, 'BECAUSE I CAN' WILL PREPARE FOR A NATIONAL TOUR. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NATIONAL MS SOCIETY, THE FILM WILL BE SCREENED AT EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY BEGINNING IN MARCH 2026 TO RAISE AWARENESS AND SUPPORT FOR THE MS COMMUNITY.



SO, WHAT IS A 'VIRTUAL RUN'?

A virtual run is a race you complete on your own schedule and at your own pace. Run or walk from anywhere your favorite trail, a city sidewalk, or a treadmill. You track your own distance, share your experience, and celebrate knowing that your steps support a powerful story and an important cause.



JOIN US.

Again the 'Because I Can' 5K isnt just another run. Its a call to action. Its a chance to put your feet on the pavement for something bigger than yourself. This run helps fund the production of a powerful, real, and raw film that shares the human side of MS. By joining us, you're not just participating in a global event you're becoming part of the story.

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  • AwareNow 'Because I Can' Virtual 5K

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    $27.50

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