Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run!
- Date Sat 10th April 2027
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Lawrenceville, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $133.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run and DA QUA WAY Car Show on Saturday, April 10, 2027, at Alexander Park in Lawrenceville, Georgia! This uplifting event kicks off at 8:00 AM and invites participants of all ages and abilities to walk or run the certified 5K course while supporting a vital cause. The Partnership for Purpose event is not just a race; it's a movement aimed at raising awareness about substance use and recovery while honoring the lives impacted by these issues.
This year’s event features an exciting addition—the DA QUA WAY Car Show—celebrating automotive culture and community engagement. Participants can enjoy a day filled with inspiring stories, educational resources, and opportunities to make a difference. Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply support the mission, every step taken and every conversation shared contributes to saving lives. Don't miss out on this meaningful day that combines fitness, community, and purpose in a vibrant atmosphere!
This year’s event features an exciting addition—the DA QUA WAY Car Show—celebrating automotive culture and community engagement. Participants can enjoy a day filled with inspiring stories, educational resources, and opportunities to make a difference. Whether you choose to run, walk, or simply support the mission, every step taken and every conversation shared contributes to saving lives. Don't miss out on this meaningful day that combines fitness, community, and purpose in a vibrant atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
female sign 2ND ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP FOR PURPOSE 5K WALK/RUN & DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
_Turning Pain Into Purpose One Step. One Story. One Life at a Time._
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Alexander Park | Lawrenceville, Georgia
5K Start: 8:00 AM
NEW THIS YEAR: DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
PRESENTED BY THE MARQUAVIES BERNARD BROUGHTON FOUNDATION, INC.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GWINNETT COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE
_This is more than a 5K. It is a movement. A memorial. A mission to save lives._
Join The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., in partnership with the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office, for the 2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run & DA QUA WAY Car Show a powerful community event bringing together movement, remembrance, prevention, awareness, families, the automotive community, and public safety around one shared mission:
WE SAVE LIVES. WHY WE WALK. WHY WE RUN. WHY WE REMEMBER.
Partnership for Purpose was created in honor and memory of Marquavies Qua Broughton and the countless lives impacted by substance use, counterfeit pills, fentanyl, nitazenes, and other emerging drug threats.
Together, The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc. and the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office are bringing families, survivors, people in recovery, advocates, first responders, law enforcement, community leaders, businesses, car enthusiasts, and supporters together for a day rooted in prevention, remembrance, education, and action.
Every step represents a life.
Every name represents a story.
Every conversation creates an opportunity to save a life.
Through education, prevention, awareness, advocacy, naloxone access, and connection to resources, Partnership for Purpose demonstrates what can happen when community and public safety come together with a shared commitment to saving lives.
Whether you run, walk, bring your car, join a team, honor a loved one, volunteer, sponsor, or simply come out to support the mission, there is a place for you at Partnership for Purpose.
PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFYING EVENT
The Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run is a qualifying event for the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.
Eligible participants may use their official finish time when registering for the 2027 Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race, subject to Atlanta Track Club qualifying requirements.
ALARM CLOCK EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
6:30 AM Check-In & Packet Pickup Begins
7:30 AM Opening Ceremony & Welcome
7:45 AM Group Warm-Up
8:00 AM 5K Walk/Run Begins
9:00 AM Awards & Recognition
10:00 AM DA QUA WAY Car Show Begins
1:00 PM Event Concludes
FEMALE SIGN 5K REGISTRATION OPTIONS
check mark In-Person Timed 5K
check mark Community Walk
check mark Virtual 5K Participate From Anywhere
check mark Team Registration
check mark Fundraiser Registration
check mark Honor & Remember Memorial Yard Sign
All ages, abilities, and fitness levels are welcome. Run for a personal best, walk in memory of someone you love, or gather your family and friends and complete the course together.
YOUR 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Official Partnership for Purpose race T-shirt
Professionally timed 5K option
Non-competitive Community Walk option
Eligibility for race awards for qualifying participants
Access to the DA QUA WAY Car Show
A meaningful race experience centered on purpose, remembrance, hope, and saving lives
NEW THIS YEAR: THE DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
_CARS WITH A PURPOSE. COMMUNITY WITH A MISSION._
The 2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose is getting even bigger with the introduction of the DA QUA WAY Car Show.
Following the 5K, the automotive community will come together at Alexander Park for an experience that combines car culture with community awareness and a lifesaving mission.
From custom builds and classics to muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles, exotics, and everyday rides with a story, we're inviting the community to:
PULL UP FOR A PURPOSE.
The DA QUA WAY Car Show isn't just about what's under the hood it's about what's behind the mission.
The car show creates another way to reach families and young people with important conversations surrounding counterfeit pills, fentanyl, nitazenes, overdose prevention, naloxone, recovery, and making informed decisions.
Bring your family.
Bring your crew.
Bring your ride.
COME DA QUA WAY.
Custom Cars
Sports & Exotic Cars
Muscle Cars
Motorcycles
sparkles Classics & Restorations
Custom Builds
Awards & Recognition
Music & Entertainment
Food & Vendors
Overdose Prevention & Awareness
Car Show registration, categories, awards, and additional details will be announced.
VIRTUAL 5K TAKE THE PURPOSE WITH YOU
Can't join us in person? You can still be part of Partnership for Purpose from anywhere.
Complete your 3.1 miles during race week in your neighborhood, at a park, on a trail, or on a treadmill.
Walk it. Run it. Jog it.
DO IT DA QUA WAY with purpose.
The Virtual 5K is open to all ages and abilities and allows supporters outside of Gwinnett County and Georgia to stand with families and help spread awareness.
HONOR & REMEMBER A LOVED ONE ALONG THE RACE ROUTE
Every life has a story, and every name deserves to be remembered.
For a $65 contribution, families and supporters can purchase a personalized 2 ft. x 2 ft. Honor & Remember Yard Sign that will be displayed along the official 5K route.
Signs may honor:
A loved one whose life was lost
Someone impacted by substance poisoning
A person in recovery
A survivor
An advocate
Someone whose story deserves to be seen
You do not have to participate in the 5K to purchase a sign.
As participants travel along the course, these tributes remind us why we walk, why we run, and why this work must continue.
Every Life Matters. Every Story Matters.
YOUR SUPPORT SAVES LIVES
Every race registration, car show entry, donation, fundraiser, memorial sign, vendor registration, and sponsorship helps support the lifesaving work of The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc.
Proceeds help support:
Drug awareness and prevention education
Naloxone education and distribution
Counterfeit pill awareness
Fentanyl and nitazene education
Youth prevention initiatives
Advocacy and community outreach
Family support and healing initiatives
Connections to treatment and recovery resources
One race can start a conversation.
One car can bring someone to the event.
One conversation can change a decision.
ONE DECISION CAN SAVE A LIFE.
WALK FOR SOMEONE.
FEMALE SIGN RUN FOR SOMEONE.
PULL UP FOR A PURPOSE.
REMEMBER SOMEONE.
RED HEART HELP SAVE SOMEONE.
2ND ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP FOR PURPOSE 5K WALK/RUN & DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2027
Alexander Park | Lawrenceville, Georgia
5K Starts at 8:00 AM
Presented by The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc.
In Partnership with the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office
Turning Pain Into Purpose One Step. One Story. One Life at a Time.
WE SAVE LIVES.
AWARDS
Top Overall Male & Female Winners
Top 3 Male & Female in Each Age Group:
1014
1519
2029
3039
4049
5059
6069
7074
7580
81+
_Awards will not be mailed. Participants who must leave early should collect their award from the awards table prior to departure._
PRICING SCHEDULE:
DESCRIPTION REGISTRATION DATES PRICES
Early Bird Registration
May 1st - February 28th
$35 (T-Shirt included)
Regular Registration
March 1st-April 1st $45 (T-Shirt included)
Late Registration (On-site)
April 11th $45 (T-Shirt not guaranteed)
Virtual 5K registration options are available at a reduced rate and include both shirt and no-shirt options.
*Registrations after April 1st will receive Race t-shirts while supplies last.
COURSE:
This 5K course, beginning and ending at Alexander Park Lawrenceville GA, is a USATF certified route (GA20038WC).
[5k route]
SHARE YOUR WHY
Help us spread the message. Share your race day or virtual 5K photos and videos and tag us!
USE OUR OFFICIAL HASHTAGS
#PartnershipForPurpose
#SavingOneLifeAtATime
#TurningPainIntoPurpose
#QuaLegacy
#Virtual5KForPurpose
Tag @MBBQUALEGACY to be featured.
FUNDRAISING SECTION
Help us make a bigger impact by becoming a fundraiser!
check mark Create your personal fundraising page
check mark Set a goal
check mark Share your story
check mark Ask friends & family to support you
YOUR SUPPORT HELPS:
Expand overdose prevention education
Support grieving families
Fund youth awareness programs
Advocate for policy change
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
We proudly partner with community leaders, healthcare organizations, and businesses committed to saving lives.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
📧 info@mbbfoundation.org
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Want to help make this event successful?
We need volunteers for:
Registration
Water stations
Setup & breakdown
Community outreach
Sign up on our volunteer form! Volunteer Today [https://forms.gle/gmz9B7eZ9ASTS6VU8]
FAQ SECTION
WILL I RECEIVE A T-SHIRT?
Yes! Registered participants receive an official race shirt.
IS THIS FAMILY FRIENDLY?
Absolutely! All ages are welcome.
CAN I WALK INSTEAD OF RUN?
Yes! Walkers are encouraged.
WHAT IF I CANT ATTEND?
Join our Virtual 5K or donate to support the cause.
WHERE DO PROCEEDS GO?
All proceeds benefit The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation Inc.
_Turning Pain Into Purpose One Step. One Story. One Life at a Time._
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Alexander Park | Lawrenceville, Georgia
5K Start: 8:00 AM
NEW THIS YEAR: DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
PRESENTED BY THE MARQUAVIES BERNARD BROUGHTON FOUNDATION, INC.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE GWINNETT COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEYS OFFICE
_This is more than a 5K. It is a movement. A memorial. A mission to save lives._
Join The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., in partnership with the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office, for the 2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run & DA QUA WAY Car Show a powerful community event bringing together movement, remembrance, prevention, awareness, families, the automotive community, and public safety around one shared mission:
WE SAVE LIVES. WHY WE WALK. WHY WE RUN. WHY WE REMEMBER.
Partnership for Purpose was created in honor and memory of Marquavies Qua Broughton and the countless lives impacted by substance use, counterfeit pills, fentanyl, nitazenes, and other emerging drug threats.
Together, The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc. and the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office are bringing families, survivors, people in recovery, advocates, first responders, law enforcement, community leaders, businesses, car enthusiasts, and supporters together for a day rooted in prevention, remembrance, education, and action.
Every step represents a life.
Every name represents a story.
Every conversation creates an opportunity to save a life.
Through education, prevention, awareness, advocacy, naloxone access, and connection to resources, Partnership for Purpose demonstrates what can happen when community and public safety come together with a shared commitment to saving lives.
Whether you run, walk, bring your car, join a team, honor a loved one, volunteer, sponsor, or simply come out to support the mission, there is a place for you at Partnership for Purpose.
PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFYING EVENT
The Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run is a qualifying event for the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race.
Eligible participants may use their official finish time when registering for the 2027 Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race, subject to Atlanta Track Club qualifying requirements.
ALARM CLOCK EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
6:30 AM Check-In & Packet Pickup Begins
7:30 AM Opening Ceremony & Welcome
7:45 AM Group Warm-Up
8:00 AM 5K Walk/Run Begins
9:00 AM Awards & Recognition
10:00 AM DA QUA WAY Car Show Begins
1:00 PM Event Concludes
FEMALE SIGN 5K REGISTRATION OPTIONS
check mark In-Person Timed 5K
check mark Community Walk
check mark Virtual 5K Participate From Anywhere
check mark Team Registration
check mark Fundraiser Registration
check mark Honor & Remember Memorial Yard Sign
All ages, abilities, and fitness levels are welcome. Run for a personal best, walk in memory of someone you love, or gather your family and friends and complete the course together.
YOUR 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES
Official Partnership for Purpose race T-shirt
Professionally timed 5K option
Non-competitive Community Walk option
Eligibility for race awards for qualifying participants
Access to the DA QUA WAY Car Show
A meaningful race experience centered on purpose, remembrance, hope, and saving lives
NEW THIS YEAR: THE DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
_CARS WITH A PURPOSE. COMMUNITY WITH A MISSION._
The 2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose is getting even bigger with the introduction of the DA QUA WAY Car Show.
Following the 5K, the automotive community will come together at Alexander Park for an experience that combines car culture with community awareness and a lifesaving mission.
From custom builds and classics to muscle cars, trucks, motorcycles, exotics, and everyday rides with a story, we're inviting the community to:
PULL UP FOR A PURPOSE.
The DA QUA WAY Car Show isn't just about what's under the hood it's about what's behind the mission.
The car show creates another way to reach families and young people with important conversations surrounding counterfeit pills, fentanyl, nitazenes, overdose prevention, naloxone, recovery, and making informed decisions.
Bring your family.
Bring your crew.
Bring your ride.
COME DA QUA WAY.
Custom Cars
Sports & Exotic Cars
Muscle Cars
Motorcycles
sparkles Classics & Restorations
Custom Builds
Awards & Recognition
Music & Entertainment
Food & Vendors
Overdose Prevention & Awareness
Car Show registration, categories, awards, and additional details will be announced.
VIRTUAL 5K TAKE THE PURPOSE WITH YOU
Can't join us in person? You can still be part of Partnership for Purpose from anywhere.
Complete your 3.1 miles during race week in your neighborhood, at a park, on a trail, or on a treadmill.
Walk it. Run it. Jog it.
DO IT DA QUA WAY with purpose.
The Virtual 5K is open to all ages and abilities and allows supporters outside of Gwinnett County and Georgia to stand with families and help spread awareness.
HONOR & REMEMBER A LOVED ONE ALONG THE RACE ROUTE
Every life has a story, and every name deserves to be remembered.
For a $65 contribution, families and supporters can purchase a personalized 2 ft. x 2 ft. Honor & Remember Yard Sign that will be displayed along the official 5K route.
Signs may honor:
A loved one whose life was lost
Someone impacted by substance poisoning
A person in recovery
A survivor
An advocate
Someone whose story deserves to be seen
You do not have to participate in the 5K to purchase a sign.
As participants travel along the course, these tributes remind us why we walk, why we run, and why this work must continue.
Every Life Matters. Every Story Matters.
YOUR SUPPORT SAVES LIVES
Every race registration, car show entry, donation, fundraiser, memorial sign, vendor registration, and sponsorship helps support the lifesaving work of The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc.
Proceeds help support:
Drug awareness and prevention education
Naloxone education and distribution
Counterfeit pill awareness
Fentanyl and nitazene education
Youth prevention initiatives
Advocacy and community outreach
Family support and healing initiatives
Connections to treatment and recovery resources
One race can start a conversation.
One car can bring someone to the event.
One conversation can change a decision.
ONE DECISION CAN SAVE A LIFE.
WALK FOR SOMEONE.
FEMALE SIGN RUN FOR SOMEONE.
PULL UP FOR A PURPOSE.
REMEMBER SOMEONE.
RED HEART HELP SAVE SOMEONE.
2ND ANNUAL PARTNERSHIP FOR PURPOSE 5K WALK/RUN & DA QUA WAY CAR SHOW
SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2027
Alexander Park | Lawrenceville, Georgia
5K Starts at 8:00 AM
Presented by The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc.
In Partnership with the Gwinnett County District Attorneys Office
Turning Pain Into Purpose One Step. One Story. One Life at a Time.
WE SAVE LIVES.
AWARDS
Top Overall Male & Female Winners
Top 3 Male & Female in Each Age Group:
1014
1519
2029
3039
4049
5059
6069
7074
7580
81+
_Awards will not be mailed. Participants who must leave early should collect their award from the awards table prior to departure._
PRICING SCHEDULE:
DESCRIPTION REGISTRATION DATES PRICES
Early Bird Registration
May 1st - February 28th
$35 (T-Shirt included)
Regular Registration
March 1st-April 1st $45 (T-Shirt included)
Late Registration (On-site)
April 11th $45 (T-Shirt not guaranteed)
Virtual 5K registration options are available at a reduced rate and include both shirt and no-shirt options.
*Registrations after April 1st will receive Race t-shirts while supplies last.
COURSE:
This 5K course, beginning and ending at Alexander Park Lawrenceville GA, is a USATF certified route (GA20038WC).
[5k route]
SHARE YOUR WHY
Help us spread the message. Share your race day or virtual 5K photos and videos and tag us!
USE OUR OFFICIAL HASHTAGS
#PartnershipForPurpose
#SavingOneLifeAtATime
#TurningPainIntoPurpose
#QuaLegacy
#Virtual5KForPurpose
Tag @MBBQUALEGACY to be featured.
FUNDRAISING SECTION
Help us make a bigger impact by becoming a fundraiser!
check mark Create your personal fundraising page
check mark Set a goal
check mark Share your story
check mark Ask friends & family to support you
YOUR SUPPORT HELPS:
Expand overdose prevention education
Support grieving families
Fund youth awareness programs
Advocate for policy change
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
We proudly partner with community leaders, healthcare organizations, and businesses committed to saving lives.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
📧 info@mbbfoundation.org
VOLUNTEER WITH US
Want to help make this event successful?
We need volunteers for:
Registration
Water stations
Setup & breakdown
Community outreach
Sign up on our volunteer form! Volunteer Today [https://forms.gle/gmz9B7eZ9ASTS6VU8]
FAQ SECTION
WILL I RECEIVE A T-SHIRT?
Yes! Registered participants receive an official race shirt.
IS THIS FAMILY FRIENDLY?
Absolutely! All ages are welcome.
CAN I WALK INSTEAD OF RUN?
Yes! Walkers are encouraged.
WHAT IF I CANT ATTEND?
Join our Virtual 5K or donate to support the cause.
WHERE DO PROCEEDS GO?
All proceeds benefit The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation Inc.
Races
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2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
The Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether youre running for a cause, walking in memory of a loved one, or joining to support your community, your presence makes a difference. Together, we raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and nitazene, provide hope and healing for grieving families, and unite our community in the fight to save lives. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome. We also invite local organizations, schools, churches, and businesses to partner with us in this life-saving mission. -
2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose Virtual 5K Run/Walk Virtual (No Shirt)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
This is a virtual 5K event. Participants may complete their 5K (3.1 miles) from any location at their own pace during the designated race period. All paces and abilities are welcome (walk, run, jog, treadmill, stroller, or wheelchair). This event is not timed and does not include rankings or awards for virtual participants. Participants are encouraged to share photos and videos using official event hashtags and tagging the foundation. Event shirts are optional. Shirts will be mailed or available for local pickup (details provided after registration). Registration fees are non-refundable and directly support the mission of The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donation receipts will be available upon request following the event. -
2nd Annual Partnership for Purpose Virtual 5K WITH SHIRT
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
This is a virtual 5K event. Participants may complete their 5K (3.1 miles) from any location at their own pace during the designated race period. All paces and abilities are welcome (walk, run, jog, treadmill, stroller, or wheelchair). This event is not timed and does not include rankings or awards for virtual participants. Participants are encouraged to share photos and videos using official event hashtags and tagging the foundation. Event shirts are optional. Shirts will be mailed or available for local pickup (details provided after registration). Registration fees are non-refundable and directly support the mission of The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donation receipts will be available upon request following the event. -
Purple Heart Honor & Remember a Loved One Route Yard Sign
Incl. $4.90 Fee
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$69.90
The Honor & Remember Yard Sign option allows you to purchase a 2 ft x 2 ft personalized yard sign that will be displayed along the official race route during the Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run. This option is for individuals who cannot attend the race or commit to a full sponsorship but still want to honor, celebrate, or remember a loved one. This option does not include race participation, timing, awards, bibs, or shirts. -
Community Vendor Registration
Incl. $8.50 Fee
Sat 10th April 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$133.50
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