Give a Dog a Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 1:00AM EST
- Location Richmond, Virginia
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 7th Annual Give a Dog a Job 5K on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Main Line Brewery in Richmond, VA! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM and is chip-timed, making it perfect for both competitive runners and casual walkers. This year, we celebrate 50 years of Canine Companions, a remarkable organization that transforms lives by providing expertly trained service dogs to individuals with disabilities at no cost.
As September is National Service Dog Month, there’s no better way to honor these incredible animals than by participating in this fun-filled morning. By signing up for the 5K, you're not just running or walking; you're actively helping to GIVE A DOG A JOB and change lives for the better. Enjoy a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere with awards for top finishers, exciting door prizes, live music, local vendors, and a dedicated Kids Zone. Invite your friends and family to be part of this meaningful event and help us make more life-changing placements possible. Don’t miss out on a day of fun, fitness, and furry friends—sign up today!
As September is National Service Dog Month, there’s no better way to honor these incredible animals than by participating in this fun-filled morning. By signing up for the 5K, you're not just running or walking; you're actively helping to GIVE A DOG A JOB and change lives for the better. Enjoy a family- and pet-friendly atmosphere with awards for top finishers, exciting door prizes, live music, local vendors, and a dedicated Kids Zone. Invite your friends and family to be part of this meaningful event and help us make more life-changing placements possible. Don’t miss out on a day of fun, fitness, and furry friends—sign up today!
Organiser's Description
male sign Join Us for the 7th Annual Give a Dog a Job 5K! female sign
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Main Line Brewery, Richmond, VA
alarm clock Race Starts at 9:00 AM (Chip Timed)
This year marks 50 years of Canine Companions transforming lives by placing expertly trained service dogs with people living with disabilitiesat no cost to them! September is also National Service Dog Month, and what better way to celebrate these hardworking dogs than by joining us for a fun-filled morning supporting their incredible mission?
100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions!
When you sign up for our 5K run/walk, youre doing more than just hitting the pavementyoure helping GIVE A DOG A JOB and changing lives! Youll be running and walking alongside fellow dog lovers, puppy raisers, and service dog teams, all coming together to provide greater independence to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities.
Canine Companions service dogs are provided at no charge to those who need themlets help make more life-changing placements possible!
This is a family- and pet-friendly event!
Enjoy:
Awards for the overall fastest male & female and top age group finishers
Exciting door prizes
Music
Local vendors & Kids Zone
Help us spread the word! Invite your friends and family and be part of something truly meaningful. We cant wait to see you at Main Line Brewery for a morning of fun, fitness, and furry friends!
Sign up today and make a difference!
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Main Line Brewery, Richmond, VA
alarm clock Race Starts at 9:00 AM (Chip Timed)
This year marks 50 years of Canine Companions transforming lives by placing expertly trained service dogs with people living with disabilitiesat no cost to them! September is also National Service Dog Month, and what better way to celebrate these hardworking dogs than by joining us for a fun-filled morning supporting their incredible mission?
100% of race proceeds go directly to Canine Companions!
When you sign up for our 5K run/walk, youre doing more than just hitting the pavementyoure helping GIVE A DOG A JOB and changing lives! Youll be running and walking alongside fellow dog lovers, puppy raisers, and service dog teams, all coming together to provide greater independence to adults, children, and veterans with disabilities.
Canine Companions service dogs are provided at no charge to those who need themlets help make more life-changing placements possible!
This is a family- and pet-friendly event!
Enjoy:
Awards for the overall fastest male & female and top age group finishers
Exciting door prizes
Music
Local vendors & Kids Zone
Help us spread the word! Invite your friends and family and be part of something truly meaningful. We cant wait to see you at Main Line Brewery for a morning of fun, fitness, and furry friends!
Sign up today and make a difference!
Races
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Give a Dog a Job 5K in Person
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Registration includes finisher award and snack. Swag bags with sponsor/vendor giveaways will be handed out at packet pick up! -
Virtual Give a Dog a Job 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
Can't join us in person? No worries! Sign up to complete your 5k virtually and help us give a dog a job!
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