Champions for Children 5K Run/Walk + Fun Run
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM MDT
- Location Commerce City, Colorado
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and support at the 3rd Annual Champions for Children 5K Run/Walk + Fun Run on Saturday, September 19, 2026! This vibrant event will take place in Commerce City, Colorado, gathering families and fitness enthusiasts alike for a day filled with fun and purpose. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, or join in on the family-friendly Fun Run, making this event suitable for everyone from seasoned athletes to casual walkers.
The Champions for Children event is more than just a race; it’s an opportunity to support Colorado’s largest safety net clinic for children, Every Child Pediatrics. The net proceeds will directly benefit the Care for Every Child Fund, helping uninsured children access essential healthcare and supporting families in the local community. Participants will enjoy a memorable experience, receiving a commemorative 30th Anniversary race tee and finisher medal for the 5K, while Fun Run participants can revel in the festive atmosphere of the Family-Friendly Finish Village, complete with face painting, sketch artists, music, and more! Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community support as we help ensure that every child receives the care they need, regardless of their circumstances.
The Champions for Children event is more than just a race; it’s an opportunity to support Colorado’s largest safety net clinic for children, Every Child Pediatrics. The net proceeds will directly benefit the Care for Every Child Fund, helping uninsured children access essential healthcare and supporting families in the local community. Participants will enjoy a memorable experience, receiving a commemorative 30th Anniversary race tee and finisher medal for the 5K, while Fun Run participants can revel in the festive atmosphere of the Family-Friendly Finish Village, complete with face painting, sketch artists, music, and more! Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community support as we help ensure that every child receives the care they need, regardless of their circumstances.
Organiser's Description
Join Every Child Pediatrics (ECP) for the 3RD ANNUAL CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN 5K + FUN RUN, a fun and inspiring event designed to bring our community together in support of Colorados largest safety net clinic for children. The mission is simple and powerful - _to provide care to every child, regardless of their circumstance or ability to pay. _
Whether youre an avid runner, a casual walker, or simply want to enjoy a day of family-friendly activities while supporting an impactful non-profit, theres something for everyone at this event!
Net proceeds from this event go directly to the Every Child Pediatrics _CARE FOR EVERY CHILD FUND_ to help uninsured children access care. Funds also support families in Commerce City.
Beyond supporting the mission of ECP, participants will receive...
_5K P_ARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY RACE TEE AND COMMEMORATIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY FINISHER MEDAL.
_FUN RUN_ PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE ACCESS TO THE FAMILY-FRIENDLY FINISHER VILLAGE (FACE PAINTING, SKETCH ARTISTS, MUSIC, AND MORE!)
_EVERY CHILD PEDIATRICS IS A COLORADO REGISTERED 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ON A MISSION TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE TO EVERY CHILD, REGARDLESS OF THEIR CIRCUMSTANCE, INSURANCE STATUS, OR ABILITY TO PAY. WE ARE THE LARGEST SAFETY NET CLINIC FOR CHILDREN IN COLORADO. WE PROVIDE A MEDICAL HOME FOR CHILDREN WITH COMPLEX LIFE SITUATIONS, AND OFFER SERVICES TO SUPPORT THEIR ENTIRE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. WE SEE A HIGH NUMBER OF UNINSURED CHILDREN, AS WELL AS CHILDREN ENROLLED IN MEDICAID. WE NEVER TURN A CHILD AWAY. _
Whether youre an avid runner, a casual walker, or simply want to enjoy a day of family-friendly activities while supporting an impactful non-profit, theres something for everyone at this event!
Net proceeds from this event go directly to the Every Child Pediatrics _CARE FOR EVERY CHILD FUND_ to help uninsured children access care. Funds also support families in Commerce City.
Beyond supporting the mission of ECP, participants will receive...
_5K P_ARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY RACE TEE AND COMMEMORATIVE 30TH ANNIVERSARY FINISHER MEDAL.
_FUN RUN_ PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE ACCESS TO THE FAMILY-FRIENDLY FINISHER VILLAGE (FACE PAINTING, SKETCH ARTISTS, MUSIC, AND MORE!)
_EVERY CHILD PEDIATRICS IS A COLORADO REGISTERED 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ON A MISSION TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CARE TO EVERY CHILD, REGARDLESS OF THEIR CIRCUMSTANCE, INSURANCE STATUS, OR ABILITY TO PAY. WE ARE THE LARGEST SAFETY NET CLINIC FOR CHILDREN IN COLORADO. WE PROVIDE A MEDICAL HOME FOR CHILDREN WITH COMPLEX LIFE SITUATIONS, AND OFFER SERVICES TO SUPPORT THEIR ENTIRE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. WE SEE A HIGH NUMBER OF UNINSURED CHILDREN, AS WELL AS CHILDREN ENROLLED IN MEDICAID. WE NEVER TURN A CHILD AWAY. _
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$38.10
Enjoy the beautiful soft-gravel surface of Second Creek Trail as you loop around Second Creek Open Space. Take in the scenery while running or walking in support of Every Child Pediatrics and its mission to provide care to every child. Commemorative 30th Anniversary Race T-shirt and finisher medal included. Net proceeds support the Care for Every Child Fund, helping provide care to uninsured children. WINNING MEDALS Overall Male: 1st 2nd 3rd Overall Female: 1st 2nd 3rd Under 18 Male: 1st Under 18 Female: 1st -
Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:30AM MDT)
$11.60
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled adventure on the beautiful Second Creek Trail! This family-friendly run is designed for kids and adults of all ages and abilities, with plenty of opportunities to move, play, and celebrate together. After crossing the finish line, enjoy our Finish Line Village, featuring fun activities, entertainment, and plenty of ways to celebrate your accomplishment! Net proceeds support the Care for Every Child Fund, helping provide care to uninsured children. -
Paw Prints Paws for the Cause
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Paw Prints Bandana
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$16.90
paw prints Limited to the first 50 dogs! Bring your best four-legged friend and receive a commemorative 30th Anniversary bandana while supplies last. Bring your best four-legged friend! For just $15, your dog can join you on the Champions for Children 5K course and receive a FREE commemorative 30th Anniversary bandana celebrating three decades of Every Child Pediatrics. A portion of every dog registration helps support the mission of Every Child Pediatrics and ensures more children across Colorado can access the care they need. One registration per dog. Dogs must remain on a leash and be comfortable participating in a crowded community event. All dogs must be registered!!
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