Miles 4 Smiles
- Date Sat 11th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Portage, Michigan
- Price $20.00 - $32.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the annual Miles 4 Smiles Run/Walk 5K on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the beautiful Portage, Kalamazoo! This family-friendly charity event invites all community members to lace up their sneakers and join in the fun while supporting a fantastic cause. The race kicks off at 9 AM, with check-in starting at 8:30 AM. Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with post-race snacks, including delicious pizza, and exciting prize baskets for top finishers.
The Miles 4 Smiles 5K is not just about running; it's about breaking down financial barriers that prevent children from engaging in sports they love. Funds raised will support youth-led nonprofit Leaders for Youth Sports, which aims to make sports more accessible for everyone. With student discounts available and free registration for kids under 10, this event is designed to include everyone in the community. Join us for a day of smiles, community spirit, and the joy of giving back while promoting a healthy lifestyle!
The Miles 4 Smiles 5K is not just about running; it's about breaking down financial barriers that prevent children from engaging in sports they love. Funds raised will support youth-led nonprofit Leaders for Youth Sports, which aims to make sports more accessible for everyone. With student discounts available and free registration for kids under 10, this event is designed to include everyone in the community. Join us for a day of smiles, community spirit, and the joy of giving back while promoting a healthy lifestyle!
Organiser's Description
The annual Miles 4 Smiles Run/Walk 5K is back! This family-friendly, charity 5K race is open to all community members and raises money for our youth-led nonprofit Leaders for Youth Sports [http://leadersforyouthsports.org] (formerly known as Aid For All). Join us as we break down the financial barriers blocking children from pursuing the sports they love.
RACE INFORMATION
Post-race snacks and drinks are provided (pizza and snacks!)
Prize baskets will be given out to top finishers
Each participant receives a goody bag
Student discounts offered! Use code "StudentDiscount" for Registration Only or "StudentDiscountShirt" for Registration + Shirt
Kids under age 10 register for free
Guarantee a shirt by purchasing online
Check-in begins at 8:30am on October 11th. Race begins at 9am.
MORE INFO
* Online registration closes October 10th at 7 pm
* Participants will receive information packets via email on October 10th. These packets include route maps, arrival/ending times, volunteer information, etc.
* For those who do not register online by October 10th at 7 pm, come in person at 8:30 am to register day-of and pay in cash.
* Limited amounts of t-shirts will be sold on the day of the race for $15, paid with cash.
* Children under the age of 10 years old are free!
WHO WE ARE
Leaders for Youth Sports is a youth-led nonprofit founded by local high school students Brianna Zhang, Janelle Yao, and Aanya Goel. As dancers, tennis players, and soccer players facing financial barriers to playing sports, our mission is to make youth sports more accessible and build future leaders. According to a 2022 study by the financial services company LendingTree, 60% of families experience financial strain from their children's sports. Due to their high cost from classes to equipment and transportation, sports are a financial strain on many families. Sports extracurriculars are vital to the healthy development of children, contributing to their physical fitness, cognitive skills, social life, emotional well-being, leadership abilities, and so much more. Thousands of children have to grow up without access to these integral developmental activities, and Leaders for Youth Sports is empowering young leaders to take action and help kids in their own communities.
Funds raised at the Miles 4 Smiles charity 5K will go toward our youth sports programs (such as distributing equipment) and expanding our mission to more communities.
PRIZES
Female
* 17 and under
* 18-45
* 46+
Male
* 17 and under
* 18-45
* 46+
CONNECT WITH US
Website: leadersforyouthsports.org [http://leadersforyouthsports.org]
Instagram: @leadersforyouthsports
TikTok: @leadersforyouthsports
Facebook: Leaders for Youth Sports
Youtube: Leaders for Youth Sports (@LeadersforYouthSports)
Twitter: @lyfsofficial
RACE INFORMATION
Post-race snacks and drinks are provided (pizza and snacks!)
Prize baskets will be given out to top finishers
Each participant receives a goody bag
Student discounts offered! Use code "StudentDiscount" for Registration Only or "StudentDiscountShirt" for Registration + Shirt
Kids under age 10 register for free
Guarantee a shirt by purchasing online
Check-in begins at 8:30am on October 11th. Race begins at 9am.
MORE INFO
* Online registration closes October 10th at 7 pm
* Participants will receive information packets via email on October 10th. These packets include route maps, arrival/ending times, volunteer information, etc.
* For those who do not register online by October 10th at 7 pm, come in person at 8:30 am to register day-of and pay in cash.
* Limited amounts of t-shirts will be sold on the day of the race for $15, paid with cash.
* Children under the age of 10 years old are free!
WHO WE ARE
Leaders for Youth Sports is a youth-led nonprofit founded by local high school students Brianna Zhang, Janelle Yao, and Aanya Goel. As dancers, tennis players, and soccer players facing financial barriers to playing sports, our mission is to make youth sports more accessible and build future leaders. According to a 2022 study by the financial services company LendingTree, 60% of families experience financial strain from their children's sports. Due to their high cost from classes to equipment and transportation, sports are a financial strain on many families. Sports extracurriculars are vital to the healthy development of children, contributing to their physical fitness, cognitive skills, social life, emotional well-being, leadership abilities, and so much more. Thousands of children have to grow up without access to these integral developmental activities, and Leaders for Youth Sports is empowering young leaders to take action and help kids in their own communities.
Funds raised at the Miles 4 Smiles charity 5K will go toward our youth sports programs (such as distributing equipment) and expanding our mission to more communities.
PRIZES
Female
* 17 and under
* 18-45
* 46+
Male
* 17 and under
* 18-45
* 46+
CONNECT WITH US
Website: leadersforyouthsports.org [http://leadersforyouthsports.org]
Instagram: @leadersforyouthsports
TikTok: @leadersforyouthsports
Facebook: Leaders for Youth Sports
Youtube: Leaders for Youth Sports (@LeadersforYouthSports)
Twitter: @lyfsofficial
Races
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Registration + Shirt
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.00
Save money with this deal and guarantee a shirt! $7 off student discount code: StudentDiscountShirt Kids 8 & under run for free! (shirt costs $15) -
Registration Only
Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.00
$5 off student discount code: StudentDiscount Kids 8 and under run for free!
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