KEEP ON LIVING: MOVE FOR HOPE
1K 5K 10K Half Marathon
A virtual or live event you can complete anytime, anywhere!

Celebrate life, raise awareness, and support a meaningful cause on your own terms. Move for Hope is perfect whether you run, walk, bike, hike, or use a treadmill, solo or with friends and family.

Why Move For Hope?

Reconnect: Strengthen mind, body, and spirit through intentional movement.
Reflect & Heal: Transform your steps into a practice of resilience, gratitude, and hope.
Connect: Join a global community of movers, even miles apart.
Inspire: Every step tells a storyyour storyand can give someone else the courage to keep going.



Why Youll Love This Race

Flexibility: Pick your date and route.
Race Anywhere: Neighborhoods, trails, parks, or even your treadmill.
Race Your Way: Run, walk, bike, hike, or roll at your pace and style.
No Crowds: Ideal for high-risk or immunocompromised participants.
Support a Cause: Every move fuels hope for those facing mental health challenges.



Choose Your Movement

Pick the way that fits your story, style, and energy:

Run: Push limits, honor loved ones, feel your strength return.
Walk: Step gently, reflect, carry gratitude.
Ruck: Add weight to your pack, lighten your heart.
Ride: Pedal life back into motion.
Roll: Move with power, using wheels or adaptive cycles.
Distances: 1K 5K 10K Half Marathon
Step/Ride Challenges: 3K/day 40K/week 70K/week 90K/week



How It Works

Register for your chosen distance.
Complete your race anytime, anywhere alone or with friends.
Race at a pace that works for you: stroll in the park, speed around the track, or explore a new trail.
Well ship your official race t-shirt, finisher medal, and race bib 34 weeks after registration.
Celebrate your achievement and inspire others: post photos with your medal and gear using #MoveForHope #KeepOnLiving for a chance to win prizes.
Spread Hope, Earn Rewards

Refer 5 Get $10

Share your personal referral link. When 5 friends register, you get $10 back on your registration! Valid for all race options.

Raise $250 Get $25

Create a fundraising page and raise $250+ to receive $25 back. Every dollar supports hope, connection, and resilience.

Corporate & Team Participation

Bring your team together and move for hope!

Discounts for 15+ participants
Team Captain gets a registration code
Team Members register individually using the code
Join the movement today every step matters!

Join the Move for Hope Community!

All registered participants are invited to join our private Facebook Group for a supportive space to:

Engage in positive discussions about our virtual and live races
Participate in race day live-stream check-ins
Join the virtual start and celebrations
Note: Joining the Facebook Group is optional you do not need Facebook to participate. If youre not on Facebook, you can check in and submit your race time via TEXT on race day.

Join the Facebook Group Here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1713968949271206



Sponsorship Opportunities

Support a movement that matters! The Move for Hope 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in Lakeland is now accepting sponsors. Help us reach more communities and fund programs that inspire hope and connection.

[Become a Sponsor]



Packet Pickup & Virtual Race Perks

Entry fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Race packets are shipped directly (shipping fees apply).
All participants receive:
A race t-shirt
Printable race bib
Printable finisher certificate
A Year of Symbols: 12 Months, 12 Guides to Transformation + 2 Bonus Race

The Keep On Living: Move for Hope series is more than a race its a yearlong journey of resilience, courage, and reflection. Each month introduces a symbol that inspires participants to move intentionally, reflect on their journey, and embrace hope in all forms.

Prelude Gift of Hope Run (December)

Symbolism: Reflection, gratitude, and renewal.
The year begins with the Prelude, a gentle invitation to look back on challenges overcome, give thanks for growth, and set intentions for the year ahead. Every step carries light, promise, and hope.



January Lotus Flower Run

Symbolism: Rising from darkness, courage, and serenity.
The lotus grows from mud yet blossoms beautifully above the water. This race reminds participants that even through difficult times, growth and serenity are possible.

February Row to Resilience Run

Symbolism: Strength, persistence, and overcoming challenges.
Just as rowing requires consistent effort and focus, this race encourages participants to paddle through lifes obstacles, rise stronger, and keep moving forward with determination.

March Cardinal & Oak Tree of Hearts Run

Symbolism: Strength, connection, and enduring love.
The cardinal symbolizes vitality and hope, while the oak represents stability and resilience. This race encourages participants to connect with loved ones and honor the enduring bonds that sustain them.

April Butterfly Run

Symbolism: Transformation, continuation, and personal growth.
The butterfly embodies metamorphosis and renewal. This race is a reminder that change, though sometimes challenging, brings beauty and growth.

May Phoenix Run

Symbolism: Rebirth, renewal, and rising stronger from challenges.
Like the mythical phoenix, this race encourages participants to rise from setbacks with courage and renewed energy, embracing lifes cycles of challenge and triumph.

June Eagle & Buffalo Run

Symbolism: Vision, freedom, and unstoppable strength.
The eagle soars high with perspective, and the buffalo embodies steadfast power. This race celebrates clarity, determination, and moving forward with confidence.

July Infinity + Feather Rainbow Run

Symbolism: Limitless hope, lightness, and vibrant resilience.
The infinity symbol and rainbow inspire participants to embrace the endless possibilities of life, celebrate resilience, and carry joy and color into their journey.

August Bee Run

Symbolism: Small actions, big impact, and community contribution.
The bee reminds us that every small step matters. This race emphasizes the power of collective action and community, showing that tiny acts can create massive change.

September Hummingbird & Sunflower Run

Symbolism: Courage, joy, and light-seeking perseverance.
Hummingbirds seek nectar with precision and joy, and sunflowers turn toward the sun. This race encourages participants to seek positivity, savor lifes sweetness, and move toward the light with courage.

October Dragonfly Run

Symbolism: Transformation, clarity, and discovering hidden strengths.
Dragonflies represent adaptability and insight. This race reminds participants to embrace change, see clearly through challenges, and recognize their inner strength.

November Black & White Koi Fish Run

Symbolism: Balance, acceptance, and letting go.
Koi fish swim with grace through currents. This race encourages participants to accept lifes dualities, release what no longer serves them, and move forward with balance and harmony.

December Rainbow & Unicorn Run

Symbolism: Magic, joy, and hope after lifes storms.
The rainbow and unicorn symbolize joy, wonder, and renewal. This race celebrates the light after darkness, reminding participants that life is full of unexpected beauty and hope.



Bonus Race: Heart-Shaped Umbrella Run (January)

Symbolism: Protection, courage, and enduring love.
The Heart-Shaped Umbrella Run closes the annual series as a bonus race, a final reflection on the journey of the year. It is a powerful reminder of the courage, love, and protection that sustain us, honoring participants resilience and the steps theyve taken to keep moving forward. Every stride is a tribute to the journey and a promise to keep hope alive.


Finisher Moment & Community

Celebrate your triumph:

Share your results and photos with our global community.
Receive your full-color finisher medal, a symbol of courage and resilience.
Costumes encouraged! Bring whimsy, color, and joy join our creative contest.
Build teams, refer friends, and save on registration while spreading hope.



Your Participation Matters

All proceeds support Amor Umbrellas Keep On Living Initiative, funding programs that:

Bridge veteran and civilian communities
Promote mental wellness and creative expression
Empower individuals through movement, connection, and hope
Whether you are:
Running for clarity
Walking for healing
Rucking for strength
Riding for peace
wheelchair symbol Rolling for empowerment

your steps, strides, and wheels make a difference.