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, proudly sponsored by Rockway Mortgage, on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the scenic Rocky River, Cuyahoga! This uplifting event honors the legacy of former federal law enforcement agent and veteran George Jackson Roberts III, with all race proceeds benefiting the Homes for Heroes foundation. Established after the events of 9/11, Homes for Heroes is dedicated to giving back to our brave firefighters, EMS personnel, law enforcement officers, military members, healthcare professionals, and teachers who serve our communities.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day starting with registration and packet pick-up at 8:00 AM, followed by a FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under at 8:45 AM. The main events, including the 5K run/walk and a 1 Mile run/walk, kick off at 9:00 AM. With competitive chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers across age groups, there's something for everyone! Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a morning of fitness and camaraderie. Register early to secure your commemorative race t-shirt and enjoy refreshments post-race. Let’s come
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day starting with registration and packet pick-up at 8:00 AM, followed by a FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under at 8:45 AM. The main events, including the 5K run/walk and a 1 Mile run/walk, kick off at 9:00 AM. With competitive chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers across age groups, there's something for everyone! Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a morning of fitness and camaraderie. Register early to secure your commemorative race t-shirt and enjoy refreshments post-race. Let’s come
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
FITWORKS Rocky River (20001 Center Ridge Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116)
Friday, September 12
Time: TBD
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
FITWORKS Rocky River (20001 Center Ridge Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116)
Friday, September 12
Time: TBD
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
