Five Fifty Fifty Run/Walk for Mental Health in Anchorage, AK
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Past event
9:30 AM AKDT
Anchorage, Alaska
$44.31 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the Five Fifty Fifty Run/Walk for Mental Health on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in the beautiful city of Anchorage, Alaska! This inspiring event features a 5-kilometer run/walk that aims to raise awareness and support for mental health initiatives across the nation. As part of a unique series taking place in all fifty U.S. states over fifty consecutive days, this event empowers participants to come together for a vital cause.
Not only will you enjoy a fun and invigorating experience, but you'll also be contributing to the mission of the AB Korkor Foundation, which focuses on reducing stigma, increasing access to affordable care, and promoting the importance of physical exercise for emotional wellness. Families are encouraged to participate, and children 12 and under can join for free, making it a perfect outing for everyone! Remember, registration is required for all participants, and youth must be accompanied by an adult. Let's prioritize mental health and foster a supportive community together in Anchorage!
Not only will you enjoy a fun and invigorating experience, but you'll also be contributing to the mission of the AB Korkor Foundation, which focuses on reducing stigma, increasing access to affordable care, and promoting the importance of physical exercise for emotional wellness. Families are encouraged to participate, and children 12 and under can join for free, making it a perfect outing for everyone! Remember, registration is required for all participants, and youth must be accompanied by an adult. Let's prioritize mental health and foster a supportive community together in Anchorage!
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:30 AM AKDT
$44.31
Organiser's description
The Five Fifty Fifty Run/Walk for Mental Health Series is a five kilometer run/walk that occurs in each of the fifty U.S. states over fifty consecutive days. The series supports the AB Korkor Foundations mission to make the world a better place for those suffering from ill mental health. Funds raised through this flagship event are utilized to:
* Increase awareness of ill mental health
* Reduce stigma
* Address the shortage of affordable care
* Emphasize the importance of physical exercise and emotional wellness in maintaining mental health and overall wellbeing
* Fund research
* Focus on underserved communities such as veterans, minorities and those suffering from addiction
Join our movement and make mental health a priority in YOUR community! We encourage families to run/walk together and to make that easy, kids 12 and under participate for free. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER, REGARDLESS OF AGE, AND YOUTH MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. _Event T-shirts are not included with free participation._
* Increase awareness of ill mental health
* Reduce stigma
* Address the shortage of affordable care
* Emphasize the importance of physical exercise and emotional wellness in maintaining mental health and overall wellbeing
* Fund research
* Focus on underserved communities such as veterans, minorities and those suffering from addiction
Join our movement and make mental health a priority in YOUR community! We encourage families to run/walk together and to make that easy, kids 12 and under participate for free. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER, REGARDLESS OF AGE, AND YOUTH MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. _Event T-shirts are not included with free participation._
Location
Goose Lake Park, 3038 Widgeon Lane, Anchorage, 99508, AK, United States
Five Fifty Fifty Run/Walk for Mental Health in Anchorage, AK
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