Perseverance: The V Foundation 5k
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Raleigh, North Carolina
- Price $6.30 - $11.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Perseverance: The V Foundation 5K on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, in Raleigh, Wake, at the beautiful Centennial Campus of North Carolina State University. This uplifting community walk/run celebrates Achievement Week and honors the inspiring legacy of Jimmy Valvano, a beacon of resilience and determination. Participants can take part in the 5K to support the V Foundation for Cancer Research, aiming to raise $5,000 for vital cancer research initiatives.
This event is perfect for everyone—students, alumni, faculty, and community members are encouraged to come out and run or walk with purpose. The day will feature a special guest speaker, Brother Tony Knox, Past Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., who will share an empowering message on perseverance and community action. Together, we will build a tradition rooted in values of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of camaraderie and inspiration!
This event is perfect for everyone—students, alumni, faculty, and community members are encouraged to come out and run or walk with purpose. The day will feature a special guest speaker, Brother Tony Knox, Past Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., who will share an empowering message on perseverance and community action. Together, we will build a tradition rooted in values of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of camaraderie and inspiration!
Organiser's Description
Step by Step. Mile by Mile. Victory Through Perseverance.
In celebration of Achievement Week, the Kappa Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. invites you to join us on Saturday, November 22nd for the inaugural Perseverance: The V Foundation 5K, a community walk/run held on Centennial Campus at North Carolina State University. This event honors the legacy of Jimmy Valvano, a symbol of resilience, determination, and NC State excellence, while raising funds for the V Foundation for Cancer Research, an organization he helped inspire. The 5K reflects our fraternitys commitment to uplift our communities through service, health awareness, and legacy-building. Whether you're a student, alumni, faculty, or community member, this is your chance to run (or walk) with purpose. Together, our goal is to raise $5,000 toward cancer research and launch a Homecoming-season tradition grounded in Omega values: manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift.
Featuring Special Guest Speaker: Brother Tony Knox, Past Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
A champion for men's health and cancer awareness, Brother Knox will share a powerful message about perseverance, advocacy, and community action. His presence will also help amplify the mission of PHEN (Prostate Health Education Network), an organization focused on prostate health and free cancer screenings in the Black community.
In celebration of Achievement Week, the Kappa Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. invites you to join us on Saturday, November 22nd for the inaugural Perseverance: The V Foundation 5K, a community walk/run held on Centennial Campus at North Carolina State University. This event honors the legacy of Jimmy Valvano, a symbol of resilience, determination, and NC State excellence, while raising funds for the V Foundation for Cancer Research, an organization he helped inspire. The 5K reflects our fraternitys commitment to uplift our communities through service, health awareness, and legacy-building. Whether you're a student, alumni, faculty, or community member, this is your chance to run (or walk) with purpose. Together, our goal is to raise $5,000 toward cancer research and launch a Homecoming-season tradition grounded in Omega values: manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift.
Featuring Special Guest Speaker: Brother Tony Knox, Past Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
A champion for men's health and cancer awareness, Brother Knox will share a powerful message about perseverance, advocacy, and community action. His presence will also help amplify the mission of PHEN (Prostate Health Education Network), an organization focused on prostate health and free cancer screenings in the Black community.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$11.60
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Kids Run
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$6.30
Little legs, big hearts! The Kids 1K Dash lets runners 12 and under join the action with a fun, fast-paced loop that celebrates perseverance at every age. Bring the whole family and let the next generation run for a cause too!
Perseverance: The V Foundation 5k
