Heart of a Lion 5k
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Past event
8:30 AM CDT
Springfield, Missouri
$43.90 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Heart of a Lion 5K! Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, in beautiful Springfield, Greene, for an uplifting event that supports the amazing students at Gloria Deo Academy. This exciting race is more than just a run; it's a chance to make a difference in the lives of students by contributing to essential projects like classroom improvements and playground enhancements.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, the Heart of a Lion 5K welcomes participants of all ages. Bring your friends and family along for a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and purpose. After crossing the finish line, stick around for a lively celebration in the gym, where you can enjoy healthy snacks, refreshments, and awards for top runners in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to support education while having a blast—mark your calendars for April 26th and get ready to unleash your inner lion!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, the Heart of a Lion 5K welcomes participants of all ages. Bring your friends and family along for a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and purpose. After crossing the finish line, stick around for a lively celebration in the gym, where you can enjoy healthy snacks, refreshments, and awards for top runners in various categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to support education while having a blast—mark your calendars for April 26th and get ready to unleash your inner lion!
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Incl. $3.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM CDT
$43.90
Organiser's description
HELP GDA'S PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP FUND PROJECTS LIKE:
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Classroom Improvement Initiatives
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Playground Equipment Enhancements
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New Family Welcome Materials
*
Painting/Interior Design Projects
*
Landscaping/Exterior Updates
ABOUT GLORIA DEO ACADEMY
Gloria Deo Academy is a Christian, classical academy located in the greater Springfield area that partners with parents to educate students in a historic biblical worldview through a rigorous classical curriculum. GDA is developing ethical and wise students who will impact the world for the glory of God!
SUPPORT FROM THE PTF
The _HEART OF A LION 5K_ is hosted by GDAs Parent Teacher Fellowship. The PTF is a parent-led organization that exists to support the mission of Gloria Deo Academy. We are thrilled to support the many amazing students, teachers and leadership at Gloria Deo Academy through service projects that will help us make school improvements.
THANK YOU!
We want to THANK YOU, our 5K runners, walkers, guests, volunteers and especially our sponsors, who have made this event possible so that we might be able to provide GDA with some key improvements to benefit their incredible students!
PLEASE JOIN US
Please invite your friends and family to the exciting _HEART OF A LION 5K _event that will allow us the opportunity to bless hundreds of students at a local Christian school! Were excited to see you there!
PLEASE STAY FOR THE PARTY!
At the conclusion of the race we will have a GDA party in the gym! All are welcome. Light & healthy snacks & water will be served and we'll give awards to the top runners from the following categories:
* OVERALL WINNERS: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
* ALL OVER 50: 1st place
* MEN & WOMEN'S 26-49: 1st place in each division
* MEN & WOMEN'S 18-25: 1st place in each division
* MEN & WOMEN'S 12-17: 1st place in each division
* ALL 7-11: 1st place
*
Classroom Improvement Initiatives
*
Playground Equipment Enhancements
*
New Family Welcome Materials
*
Painting/Interior Design Projects
*
Landscaping/Exterior Updates
ABOUT GLORIA DEO ACADEMY
Gloria Deo Academy is a Christian, classical academy located in the greater Springfield area that partners with parents to educate students in a historic biblical worldview through a rigorous classical curriculum. GDA is developing ethical and wise students who will impact the world for the glory of God!
SUPPORT FROM THE PTF
The _HEART OF A LION 5K_ is hosted by GDAs Parent Teacher Fellowship. The PTF is a parent-led organization that exists to support the mission of Gloria Deo Academy. We are thrilled to support the many amazing students, teachers and leadership at Gloria Deo Academy through service projects that will help us make school improvements.
THANK YOU!
We want to THANK YOU, our 5K runners, walkers, guests, volunteers and especially our sponsors, who have made this event possible so that we might be able to provide GDA with some key improvements to benefit their incredible students!
PLEASE JOIN US
Please invite your friends and family to the exciting _HEART OF A LION 5K _event that will allow us the opportunity to bless hundreds of students at a local Christian school! Were excited to see you there!
PLEASE STAY FOR THE PARTY!
At the conclusion of the race we will have a GDA party in the gym! All are welcome. Light & healthy snacks & water will be served and we'll give awards to the top runners from the following categories:
* OVERALL WINNERS: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
* ALL OVER 50: 1st place
* MEN & WOMEN'S 26-49: 1st place in each division
* MEN & WOMEN'S 18-25: 1st place in each division
* MEN & WOMEN'S 12-17: 1st place in each division
* ALL 7-11: 1st place
Location
Gloria Deo Academy, 3146 S Golden Ave, Springfield, 65807, MO, United States
Heart of a Lion 5k
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