Homes for Heroes 5K Sponsored by Rockway Mortgage
- Date Sun 14th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Rocky River, Ohio
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Homes for Heroes 5K on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the picturesque Rocky River, Cuyahoga! This vibrant event honors the memory of former federal law enforcement agent and veteran George Jackson Roberts III, while also supporting a noble cause. All race proceeds will be donated to Homes for Heroes, an organization dedicated to giving back to those who serve our communities, including firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, military personnel, healthcare professionals, and teachers.
The day kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under at 8:45 AM. Runners and walkers can hit the course for the 5K and 1 Mile events starting at 9:00 AM. Enjoy chip timing for the 5K and the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various age groups. Whether you’re looking to compete or just have fun with family and friends, this event promises a day of community spirit, camaraderie, and celebration! Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while getting active—mark your calendars and lace up your shoes!
The day kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under at 8:45 AM. Runners and walkers can hit the course for the 5K and 1 Mile events starting at 9:00 AM. Enjoy chip timing for the 5K and the chance to earn awards for top finishers in various age groups. Whether you’re looking to compete or just have fun with family and friends, this event promises a day of community spirit, camaraderie, and celebration! Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while getting active—mark your calendars and lace up your shoes!
Organiser's Description
THIS RACE IS IN MEMORY OF FORMER FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENT, AND VETERAN GEORGE JACKSON ROBERTS III
ALL RACE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO HOMES FOR HEROES. FOUNDED AFTER 9/11, HOMES FOR HEROES WAS ESTABLISHED TO GIVE BACK TO FIREFIGHTERS, EMS, LAW ENFORCEMENT, MILITARY (ACTIVE DUTY, RESERVES & VETERANS), HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS AND TEACHERS FOR ALL THEY DO TO SERVE THEIR COMMUNITIES AND OUR COUNTRY. IT IS THE HOMES FOR HEROES WAY TO SAY, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.
TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE VISIT THE HOMES FOR HEROES SITE HERE [https://www.homesforheroes.com/]
START TIMES
Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am
FREE Kid's Dash (Ages 8 & Under): 8:45am
5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk race start time: 9:00am
Post race awards: Approximately 10:00am
DISTANCES
5K (run or walk)
1 Mile (run or walk)
TIMING
5K: MyLaps BibTag chip timing
1 Mile: Untimed
REGISTRATION
Race-day registration/packet pickup begins at 8:00am outside Magnificat High School in the back parking lot (20770 Hilliard Blvd
Rocky River, OH US 44116)
If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, September 10
Mail to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Fees
Pre-registration:
$30
Race Day Registration:
$35
FAMILY RATE: FAMILIES OF 3 TO 8 PEOPLE LIVING AT THE SAME ADDRESS GET A DISCOUNT OF $5 PER PARTICIPANT. JUST SELECT THE "MULTI-PERSON PRICING" OPTION DURING REGISTRATION.
***The 8:45am Kid's Dash is FREE for those kids 8 & under!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Rockway Mortgage (20545 Center Ridge Rd. Suite 142, Rocky River, OH 44116)
Friday, September 12
4-6pm
AWARDS
Top Male & Female finishers, plus top 3 male and female in each age group! (14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over)
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative race t-shirt (guaranteed to those registered thru August 31)
- Snacks and refreshments after the race
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at [email protected]
ALL RACE PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO HOMES FOR HEROES. FOUNDED AFTER 9/11, HOMES FOR HEROES WAS ESTABLISHED TO GIVE BACK TO FIREFIGHTERS, EMS, LAW ENFORCEMENT, MILITARY (ACTIVE DUTY, RESERVES & VETERANS), HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS AND TEACHERS FOR ALL THEY DO TO SERVE THEIR COMMUNITIES AND OUR COUNTRY. IT IS THE HOMES FOR HEROES WAY TO SAY, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.
TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE VISIT THE HOMES FOR HEROES SITE HERE [https://www.homesforheroes.com/]
START TIMES
Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am
FREE Kid's Dash (Ages 8 & Under): 8:45am
5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk race start time: 9:00am
Post race awards: Approximately 10:00am
DISTANCES
5K (run or walk)
1 Mile (run or walk)
TIMING
5K: MyLaps BibTag chip timing
1 Mile: Untimed
REGISTRATION
Race-day registration/packet pickup begins at 8:00am outside Magnificat High School in the back parking lot (20770 Hilliard Blvd
Rocky River, OH US 44116)
If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, September 10
Mail to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Fees
Pre-registration:
$30
Race Day Registration:
$35
FAMILY RATE: FAMILIES OF 3 TO 8 PEOPLE LIVING AT THE SAME ADDRESS GET A DISCOUNT OF $5 PER PARTICIPANT. JUST SELECT THE "MULTI-PERSON PRICING" OPTION DURING REGISTRATION.
***The 8:45am Kid's Dash is FREE for those kids 8 & under!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Rockway Mortgage (20545 Center Ridge Rd. Suite 142, Rocky River, OH 44116)
Friday, September 12
4-6pm
AWARDS
Top Male & Female finishers, plus top 3 male and female in each age group! (14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over)
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative race t-shirt (guaranteed to those registered thru August 31)
- Snacks and refreshments after the race
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at [email protected]
Homes for Heroes 5K Sponsored by Rockway Mortgage
