Kick for Kenya
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 9:30AM MDT
- Location Boise, Idaho
- Price $35.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Kick for Kenya event on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in beautiful Boise, Ada! This vibrant 5K run/walk is not just a chance to get moving; it's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families in rural eastern Kenya. Proceeds from this event will support essential community development training and projects, partnering with organizations like Kenya Kids and the Touch Africa Child Education Programme.
Participants can enjoy a scenic out-and-back course along the Surprise Valley bike path, starting and finishing at Eastwind Community Church. The race kicks off promptly at 9:30 AM, and all are encouraged to pre-register to ensure a smooth experience. With early bird registration priced at just $35 until April 15, this is a fantastic way to invest in education, health, and food security initiatives in Kenya. Join us for a fun-filled morning with post-race festivities, prizes for top finishers, and the joy of running for a cause!
Participants can enjoy a scenic out-and-back course along the Surprise Valley bike path, starting and finishing at Eastwind Community Church. The race kicks off promptly at 9:30 AM, and all are encouraged to pre-register to ensure a smooth experience. With early bird registration priced at just $35 until April 15, this is a fantastic way to invest in education, health, and food security initiatives in Kenya. Join us for a fun-filled morning with post-race festivities, prizes for top finishers, and the joy of running for a cause!
Organiser's Description
Please join us on SATURDAY MORNING, MAY 23, for the 2026 KICK FOR KENYA 5K!
RUN OR WALK FOR A CAUSE - proceeds will be used to help fund planning and execution of community development training and projects in rural eastern Kenya in partnership with Kenya Kids (US-based nonprofit), the Touch Africa Child Education Programme (TACEP, a Kenyan NGO), and other local Kenyan community partners. Funds raised will be invested where needed most, in particular to provide educational opportunities, improve public health, and address food and water insecurity. Our Kenyan partners' long-term vision includes construction and development of a community center with dedicated space for field staff offices, tutoring and counseling services, animal husbandry and agricultural demonstration plots, and hosting speakers/conferences for educational instruction and vocational training, as well as on-site housing for children or families in need and/or short-term international visitors.
RACE NOTES:
*
REGISTRATION, ENTRY FEES, AND DONATIONS
* Early bird pricing is $35 per entrant registered by April 15.
* Note that $25 of the $35 entry fee is considered tax deductible.
* Entry fee goes up to $40 on April 16 (the cost to provide a K-8 child in Kenya with education for a month) and $45 (cost to provide day high school for a child in Kenya) the week of the race (Monday, May 18, through raceday morning).
* Additional donations (any amount) also welcome.
* Although race day registration will be available, PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED so we can start on time and ensure we have sufficient bib numbers, timing chips, and post-race food for everyone!
*
PACKET PICKUP AND PARKING
* Pre-race packet pickup will be available at two times and locations:
* Eastwind Community Church lobby (4750 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716) before and after the 9 AM, 10:30 AM, and Noon services (~8:30 AM - 1:30 PM) on Sunday, May 17
* Fleet Feet Treasure Valley's Meridian location in The Village (3573 E. Longwing Lane, #105, Meridian, ID 83646), Noon-6 PM on Friday, May 15
* Day of race packet pickup will run 8-9 AM in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot on Saturday, May 23.
* Day of race parking will be available across the street at Eagle Christian Church (4601 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716).
* Note that because the start/finish line is located in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot, the lot will be closed from 8 AM to noon, so please plan accordingly.
* Carpooling or biking to the race is highly encouraged.
*
RACE
* Start/finish in the Eastwind Community Church Parking lot.
*
STARTING GUN WILL GO OFF PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM!
* Course runs out and back along the Surprise Valley bike path to the turnaround near Highway 21.
*
AMENITIES
* Accurate out-and-back course on flat, scenic bike path
* Course marshals at all intersections for traffic control
* Mile splits
* Aid station near turnaround
* Post-race food and party
* Great prizes for top finishers and more!
*
COURSE RECORDS
* Open
* Men: Erik Teig, 15:43 (2022)
* Women: Amanda Dunne, 19:58 (2022)
* Kids (12 and under)
* Boys: Nate Drescher, 22:45 (2024)
* Girls: Nadia Kouskov, 21:41 (2023)
* Youth (13-19)
* Boys: Luke Drescher and Royal Colley, 17:58 (2023)
* Girls: Nora Robinson, 22:15 (2023)
* Masters (40+)
* Men: Ben Gall, 16:57 (2025)
* Women: Amanda Dunne, 20:55 (2024)
* Seniors (50+)
* Men: John Foster, 17:05 (2025)
* Women: Holli Gappa, 28:22 (2022)
* Grand Masters (60+)
* Men: David Williams, 23:12 (2023)
* Women: Lois Allen, 28:32 (2023)
* Veterans (70+)
* Men: Larry RIch, 28:03 (2025)
* Women: Gail Langseth, 29:40 (2024)
RUN OR WALK FOR A CAUSE - proceeds will be used to help fund planning and execution of community development training and projects in rural eastern Kenya in partnership with Kenya Kids (US-based nonprofit), the Touch Africa Child Education Programme (TACEP, a Kenyan NGO), and other local Kenyan community partners. Funds raised will be invested where needed most, in particular to provide educational opportunities, improve public health, and address food and water insecurity. Our Kenyan partners' long-term vision includes construction and development of a community center with dedicated space for field staff offices, tutoring and counseling services, animal husbandry and agricultural demonstration plots, and hosting speakers/conferences for educational instruction and vocational training, as well as on-site housing for children or families in need and/or short-term international visitors.
RACE NOTES:
*
REGISTRATION, ENTRY FEES, AND DONATIONS
* Early bird pricing is $35 per entrant registered by April 15.
* Note that $25 of the $35 entry fee is considered tax deductible.
* Entry fee goes up to $40 on April 16 (the cost to provide a K-8 child in Kenya with education for a month) and $45 (cost to provide day high school for a child in Kenya) the week of the race (Monday, May 18, through raceday morning).
* Additional donations (any amount) also welcome.
* Although race day registration will be available, PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED so we can start on time and ensure we have sufficient bib numbers, timing chips, and post-race food for everyone!
*
PACKET PICKUP AND PARKING
* Pre-race packet pickup will be available at two times and locations:
* Eastwind Community Church lobby (4750 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716) before and after the 9 AM, 10:30 AM, and Noon services (~8:30 AM - 1:30 PM) on Sunday, May 17
* Fleet Feet Treasure Valley's Meridian location in The Village (3573 E. Longwing Lane, #105, Meridian, ID 83646), Noon-6 PM on Friday, May 15
* Day of race packet pickup will run 8-9 AM in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot on Saturday, May 23.
* Day of race parking will be available across the street at Eagle Christian Church (4601 S Surprise Way, Boise, ID 83716).
* Note that because the start/finish line is located in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot, the lot will be closed from 8 AM to noon, so please plan accordingly.
* Carpooling or biking to the race is highly encouraged.
*
RACE
* Start/finish in the Eastwind Community Church Parking lot.
*
STARTING GUN WILL GO OFF PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM!
* Course runs out and back along the Surprise Valley bike path to the turnaround near Highway 21.
*
AMENITIES
* Accurate out-and-back course on flat, scenic bike path
* Course marshals at all intersections for traffic control
* Mile splits
* Aid station near turnaround
* Post-race food and party
* Great prizes for top finishers and more!
*
COURSE RECORDS
* Open
* Men: Erik Teig, 15:43 (2022)
* Women: Amanda Dunne, 19:58 (2022)
* Kids (12 and under)
* Boys: Nate Drescher, 22:45 (2024)
* Girls: Nadia Kouskov, 21:41 (2023)
* Youth (13-19)
* Boys: Luke Drescher and Royal Colley, 17:58 (2023)
* Girls: Nora Robinson, 22:15 (2023)
* Masters (40+)
* Men: Ben Gall, 16:57 (2025)
* Women: Amanda Dunne, 20:55 (2024)
* Seniors (50+)
* Men: John Foster, 17:05 (2025)
* Women: Holli Gappa, 28:22 (2022)
* Grand Masters (60+)
* Men: David Williams, 23:12 (2023)
* Women: Lois Allen, 28:32 (2023)
* Veterans (70+)
* Men: Larry RIch, 28:03 (2025)
* Women: Gail Langseth, 29:40 (2024)
Races
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5K Run
Incl. Custom Buff/Neck Gaiter
Sat 23rd May 2026 (9:30AM MDT)
$35.00
OPENS 27 NOVStarting gun will go off promptly at 9:30 AM. Course starts/finishes in the Eastwind Community Church parking lot, proceeding along the two-way Surprise Valley bike path to the turnaround near the intersection with Highway 21. Course marshals will be stationed at all intersections to direct traffic, with mile splits and an aid station near the turnaround point provided as well. Stay for a most excellent post-race party and awards. Note that everything beyond the first $10 of the race entry fee is tax deductible.
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