Child Abuse / Foster Care Awareness 5k Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 8:00AM PDT
  • Location Fresno, California
  • Price $38.85
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the Child Abuse/Foster Care Awareness 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 11, 2026, in beautiful Fresno! This exciting event is not just a race; it's a vital opportunity to raise awareness about child abuse and foster care while promoting wellness for families in our community. Participants of all ages are encouraged to take part in this dual-purpose event, which aims to advocate for child safety and support the well-being of families, caregivers, and foster youth.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this 5K is designed to foster a sense of community and promote self-care. With a special pricing of just $25 for children aged 9 and under, it's a fantastic opportunity for families to come together, get moving, and make a difference. Proceeds from the event will help ensure its continuation as an annual celebration of awareness and well-being. Don’t miss out on this uplifting dayβ€”mark your calendars and join us in making a positive impact!

Organiser's Description

THE SOCIAL WORK STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS, PHI ALPHA HONORS SOCIETY, AND TITLE IV-E PROGRAM AT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FRESNO ARE HOSTING A CHILD ABUSE/FOSTER CARE AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK, WHICH WILL NOT ONLY RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT CHILD ABUSE AND FOSTER CARE BUT ALSO INCORPORATE A WELLNESS COMPONENT FOR FAMILIES. THIS DUAL-PURPOSE EVENT AIMS TO BOTH ADVOCATE FOR CHILD SAFETY AND FOSTER CARE, RAISING AWARENESS OF THE NEED TO SUPPORT THE WELL-BEING OF FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS, AND FOSTER YOUTH. BY PROMOTING SELF-CARE AND PROVIDING RESOURCES FOR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELL-BEING, THIS EVENT SEEKS TO INCREASE FAMILY AND INDIVIDUAL WELL-BEING. PROCEEDS WILL SUPPORT NEXT YEAR'S EVENT TO MAKE THIS AN ANNUAL EVENT.

SPECIAL PRICING FOR CHILDREN 9 AND UNDER OF $25.00 - DISCOUNT APPLIED DURING CHECK-OUT.

Races

  • 5k Run/Walk Timed

    Incl. $3.85 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (8:00AM PDT)

    $38.85

    OPENS 11 FEB 26
  • 1.5 Mile Walk (Not Timed)

    Incl. $3.85 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (8:05AM PDT)

    $38.85

    OPENS 11 FEB 26

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Location

California State University, Fresno, 5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, 93740, CA, United States

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