Fostering Hope 5K
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Richmond, Kentucky
- Price Free - $33.25
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community and charity at the Fostering Hope 5K and Kid's Dash on Saturday, August 29, 2026! This exciting event kicks off at 8:30 AM at the picturesque White Hall Park in Richmond, Madison County. Participants can look forward to a scenic loop course that meanders along beautiful paved trails, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and families alike. Join in the fun with a variety of race options, including a 5K run/walk, a Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash, and even a virtual 5K option for those who prefer to participate from afar.
By joining the Fostering Hope 5K, you’ll be supporting the vital work of the Orphan Care Alliance (OCA), a ministry dedicated to helping vulnerable children and families in the foster and adoptive community throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana. Enjoy camaraderie as you create or join a race team with friends, family, or coworkers, and compete for the chance to win prizes, including the coveted award for the largest team! All participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts, and the event promises fun, food, music, and fellowship for a great cause. Mark your calendars and
By joining the Fostering Hope 5K, you’ll be supporting the vital work of the Orphan Care Alliance (OCA), a ministry dedicated to helping vulnerable children and families in the foster and adoptive community throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana. Enjoy camaraderie as you create or join a race team with friends, family, or coworkers, and compete for the chance to win prizes, including the coveted award for the largest team! All participants will receive commemorative race t-shirts, and the event promises fun, food, music, and fellowship for a great cause. Mark your calendars and
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE ANNUAL FOSTERING HOPE 5K & KID'S DASH ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026 AT 8:30AM AT WHITE HALL PARK IN RICHMOND/MADISON COUNTY!
Raising Hope 5K will benefit ORPHAN CARE ALLIANCE (OCA). OCA is a ministry that operates throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana, mobilizing Christians to serve vulnerable children and families within the foster and adoptive community. OCA directly impacts youth with foster care and adoption history through their Life Coaching program. OCA Life Coaches are trained and then matched to mentor a youth in foster care: to be their friend and walk alongside them in life when they might not have anyone else. OCA supports children in foster care by meeting their physical, emotional, and therapeutic needs through the OCA Family Support, Life Coaching, and Family Preservation ministries
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic loop course on paved trail/roadway surfaces through beautiful White Hall Park
* 5K Run/Walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash, Kid's 1/4 Mile Ride on Toy Race and 5K Virtual option
* Create or join a race group/team. Invite your friends, family, & co-workers to join your team. We'll have a prize for the largest team.
* Commemorative race T-shirts (Unisex and Youth sizes). Register by August 22 to receive T-shirt.
* Free race photos
* Referral Rewards (Refer 5 people who register for the race and get a $25 refund on your registration)
* Awards for Top Finishers in Overall & Age Group (see below)
* Race manually timed by RaceRise
* Food, fun, music and fellowship for a great cause!
5K COURSE MAP --- See section below
AWARDS -- Awards will be presented to the top 3 Male and Female Runners overall. Medals will also be given for the Top 2 M/F in each age bracket (10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
Raising Hope 5K will benefit ORPHAN CARE ALLIANCE (OCA). OCA is a ministry that operates throughout Kentucky and southern Indiana, mobilizing Christians to serve vulnerable children and families within the foster and adoptive community. OCA directly impacts youth with foster care and adoption history through their Life Coaching program. OCA Life Coaches are trained and then matched to mentor a youth in foster care: to be their friend and walk alongside them in life when they might not have anyone else. OCA supports children in foster care by meeting their physical, emotional, and therapeutic needs through the OCA Family Support, Life Coaching, and Family Preservation ministries
RACE FEATURES:
* Scenic loop course on paved trail/roadway surfaces through beautiful White Hall Park
* 5K Run/Walk, Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash, Kid's 1/4 Mile Ride on Toy Race and 5K Virtual option
* Create or join a race group/team. Invite your friends, family, & co-workers to join your team. We'll have a prize for the largest team.
* Commemorative race T-shirts (Unisex and Youth sizes). Register by August 22 to receive T-shirt.
* Free race photos
* Referral Rewards (Refer 5 people who register for the race and get a $25 refund on your registration)
* Awards for Top Finishers in Overall & Age Group (see below)
* Race manually timed by RaceRise
* Food, fun, music and fellowship for a great cause!
5K COURSE MAP --- See section below
AWARDS -- Awards will be presented to the top 3 Male and Female Runners overall. Medals will also be given for the Top 2 M/F in each age bracket (10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+).
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sized)
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$28.25
OPENS 01 JAN 26A manually timed 5K (3.1 miles) with awards presented for our top finishers (top 1st and 2nd male and female in each age bracket). Registrants receive a commemorative T-shirt. Register by August 22th to receive your T-shirt. Course is on paved trail/roadway surfaces. Dogs on fixed length leashes and strollers are welcomed. -
Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sized)
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$12.75
OPENS 01 JAN 26A fun, untimed 1/4 mile dash for the kiddos ages 9 and under. Each participating child will receive a commemorative participation medal. Parents may purchase a commemorative race shirt for a $10 add on charge. -
Kid's 1/4 Mile Ride on Toy Race
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:20AM EDT)
$12.75
OPENS 01 JAN 26It is a fun, untimed race for kids who want to bring their 6- or 12-volt ride-on toy (Peg Perego Tractor, PowerWheels Barbie Jeep, etc) on the 1/4 Mile Fun Run course. Kids aged 3-7 years. There are no prizes or awards for this event. -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt (Unisex Sized)
$33.25
OPENS 01 JAN 26If you can't join us in person, consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker and you'll receive a commemorative race shirt while supplies last. Run/walk your 5K in your own hometown on your own schedule. $30 donation (includes postage) to participate virtually. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt (Unisex Sized)
Sat 29th August 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JAN 26We need 6-8 volunteers to work a race day shift from 7am - 10:30am to make the race great. Volunteers receive a commemorative race T-shirt.
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