Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness - Virtual Run/Walk
- Date Mon 11th May 2026 - Sun 17th May 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1km, 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness - Virtual Run/Walk" taking place from May 11 to May 17, 2026, in the vibrant District of Columbia! This exciting event coincides with National Mental Health Awareness Week, providing a perfect opportunity for participants across the nation to come together in support of mental health advocacy. Choose your distance and complete a 1k, 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon at your convenience, anytime and anywhere during the week.
By registering for this virtual event, not only will you contribute to raising awareness for mental health issues, but you'll also support the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Participants will receive a race medal, a printable race bib, and a finisher certificate to celebrate your achievement. Get ready to lace up your shoes, break the stigma, and make a positive impact in the lives of many! Whether you walk, run, or create a team, this is a fantastic opportunity to stay active while championing a vital cause.
By registering for this virtual event, not only will you contribute to raising awareness for mental health issues, but you'll also support the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Participants will receive a race medal, a printable race bib, and a finisher certificate to celebrate your achievement. Get ready to lace up your shoes, break the stigma, and make a positive impact in the lives of many! Whether you walk, run, or create a team, this is a fantastic opportunity to stay active while championing a vital cause.
Organiser's Description
National Mental Health Awareness week is May 11-17, 2026. We believe that mental health conditions are important to discuss year-round, but highlighting them during Mental Health Awareness Week provides a dedicated time for mental health advocates across the country to come together as one unified voice. That is why we are bringing awareness through our virtual run/walk, to help spread awareness and break the stigma!
This race benefits: NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness [https://www.nami.org/]
HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN
* Register for the race
* Complete a 1k, 5k, 10k, Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between May 11-17, 2026
* Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate
* Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/291007535278380/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=107181377705279] to share and celebrate with other participants.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Race Medal
* Printable Race Bib
* Printable Finisher Certificate
HOW TO CREATE A TEAM
* Only 1 person needs to create a team name during registration
* Share your team name so others can join when they go to register
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
* HOW DO I PRINT MY BIB?
Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
* HOW DO I PRINT MY FINISHER CERTIFICATE?
Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
* DO I HAVE TO SUBMIT MY TIME TO GET MY SWAG?
No, submitting your time is optional.
* HOW DO I TRACK MY TIME?
You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps [https://runsforapurpose.com/best-free-running-apps-for-ios-and-android/].
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO RUN/WALK TOGETHER?
No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO DO THE SAME DISTANCE?
No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
* WHEN WILL I GET MY MEDAL?
Medals will start to ship mid-April through the end of the race.
This race benefits: NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness [https://www.nami.org/]
HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN
* Register for the race
* Complete a 1k, 5k, 10k, Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between May 11-17, 2026
* Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate
* Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/291007535278380/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=107181377705279] to share and celebrate with other participants.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
* Race Medal
* Printable Race Bib
* Printable Finisher Certificate
HOW TO CREATE A TEAM
* Only 1 person needs to create a team name during registration
* Share your team name so others can join when they go to register
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
* HOW DO I PRINT MY BIB?
Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
* HOW DO I PRINT MY FINISHER CERTIFICATE?
Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
* DO I HAVE TO SUBMIT MY TIME TO GET MY SWAG?
No, submitting your time is optional.
* HOW DO I TRACK MY TIME?
You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps [https://runsforapurpose.com/best-free-running-apps-for-ios-and-android/].
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO RUN/WALK TOGETHER?
No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO DO THE SAME DISTANCE?
No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
* WHEN WILL I GET MY MEDAL?
Medals will start to ship mid-April through the end of the race.
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