Be a Hero 5K
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Urbana, Illinois
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 6th Annual Be a Hero 5K on Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 9 A.M. in Urbana, Illinois, at 1301 N. Cunningham Ave. This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all skill levels to lace up their superhero sneakers and make a difference for the incredible youth and families supported by Cunningham Children's Home. Whether you choose to dash in "The Flash" 5K race or stroll in "The Hulk" 5K walk, your participation will help provide healing and hope for those in need.
By fundraising $100 or more, you'll unlock your very own official Cunningham hero cape, allowing you to showcase your commitment to making a positive impact in the community! Every step you take will contribute to vital services for the 953 youth and families who rely on Cunningham for support through treatment, education, and community-based services. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a hero—mark your calendars and prepare for a day full of fun, camaraderie, and purpose!
By fundraising $100 or more, you'll unlock your very own official Cunningham hero cape, allowing you to showcase your commitment to making a positive impact in the community! Every step you take will contribute to vital services for the 953 youth and families who rely on Cunningham for support through treatment, education, and community-based services. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be a hero—mark your calendars and prepare for a day full of fun, camaraderie, and purpose!
Organiser's Description
BE A HERO IN THE EYES OF CUNNINGHAM KIDS!
JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL BE A HERO 5K
Heroes have made such a big impact at Cunningham that our Be a Hero 5K now occurs annuallyand we're thrilled to invite you to this year's event!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 | 9 A.M. | 1301 N. CUNNINGHAM AVE., URBANA, IL
Lace up your superhero sneakers and get ready for miles of fun benefitting an incredible cause! No matter your skill level, you can Be a Hero by participating in one of the following races:
* "THE FLASH" 5K RACE FOR ALL RUNNERS
* "THE HULK" 5K WALK FOR ALL WALKERS
_AWARDS AND RECOGNITION WILL BE AWARDED IN THE RACE CATEGORY ONLY._
BECOME A SUPERHERO AND UNLOCK YOUR OFFICIAL CUNNINGHAM HERO CAPE!
When you fundraise $100 or more, you become part of a special group and will receive a hero cape to wear on race day or anytime you're being a hero in your community!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN BE A SUPERHERO! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/115902/BecomeFundraiser]
YOUR HEROIC SUPPORT MATTERS! All proceeds from the 5K will help provide much-needed support for the 953 YOUTH AND FAMILIES Cunningham serves. Many young people arrive with histories of abuse, neglect, trauma and mental health challenges. They've experienced rejection and loss. Cunningham offers HEALING AND HOPE through residential treatment, special education and community-based services.
Learn more about how our programs help youth and families heal, learn and grow at CUNNINGHAM.ORG [https://cunningham.org/]
_Cunningham Children's Home is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law._
JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL BE A HERO 5K
Heroes have made such a big impact at Cunningham that our Be a Hero 5K now occurs annuallyand we're thrilled to invite you to this year's event!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 | 9 A.M. | 1301 N. CUNNINGHAM AVE., URBANA, IL
Lace up your superhero sneakers and get ready for miles of fun benefitting an incredible cause! No matter your skill level, you can Be a Hero by participating in one of the following races:
* "THE FLASH" 5K RACE FOR ALL RUNNERS
* "THE HULK" 5K WALK FOR ALL WALKERS
_AWARDS AND RECOGNITION WILL BE AWARDED IN THE RACE CATEGORY ONLY._
BECOME A SUPERHERO AND UNLOCK YOUR OFFICIAL CUNNINGHAM HERO CAPE!
When you fundraise $100 or more, you become part of a special group and will receive a hero cape to wear on race day or anytime you're being a hero in your community!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN BE A SUPERHERO! [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/115902/BecomeFundraiser]
YOUR HEROIC SUPPORT MATTERS! All proceeds from the 5K will help provide much-needed support for the 953 YOUTH AND FAMILIES Cunningham serves. Many young people arrive with histories of abuse, neglect, trauma and mental health challenges. They've experienced rejection and loss. Cunningham offers HEALING AND HOPE through residential treatment, special education and community-based services.
Learn more about how our programs help youth and families heal, learn and grow at CUNNINGHAM.ORG [https://cunningham.org/]
_Cunningham Children's Home is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law._
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Be a Hero 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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