End the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness 5K
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location New London, Connecticut
- Price $28.45
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring "End the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness 5K" on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful New London, Southeastern Connecticut. This annual event hosted by Sound Community Services, Inc. aims to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote understanding within our community. With more than 1 in 5 U.S. adults and youth affected by mental illness, this 5K Run/Walk is a chance for everyone to come together, break down barriers, and promote healing.
Participants of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to take part in this uplifting event, which highlights the importance of exercise in improving mental well-being. Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day filled with hope, empowerment, and community spirit as we work together to end the stigma surrounding mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and support a worthy cause!
Participants of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to take part in this uplifting event, which highlights the importance of exercise in improving mental well-being. Lace up your sneakers and join us for a day filled with hope, empowerment, and community spirit as we work together to end the stigma surrounding mental health. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and support a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Sound Community Services, Inc. will be hosting their Annual 5K Run/Walk- End the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness. Sound Community Services, Inc. has a mission statement To inspire Hope by Empowering our Diverse community to find Healing and Growth. More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. Over 1 in 5 youth (ages 13-18) have a seriously debilitating mental illness. It is our commitment to the community to raise awareness in hopes of breaking down barriers in asking for help. Studies have shown that regular exercise can significantly increase mental health stability and symptom improvement.
Be a part of this powerful event, as we raise awareness and end the stigma!
Be a part of this powerful event, as we raise awareness and end the stigma!
Races
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End the Stigma:Mental Health Awareness 5K (Run/Walk)
Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.45
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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