Poppy's Run/Walk For Life 5K/1K
- Date Sun 9th March 2025
- Time 8:05AM EST
- Location Houston, Texas
- Price $28.70 - $39.38
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting 3rd annual Poppy's Run/Walk For Life on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Hennessy Park in Houston, Texas. This meaningful event features both a 5K run and a 1K walk, bringing together the community to honor those affected by suicide. As we lace up our shoes, we stand in solidarity for loved ones lost and support vital suicide prevention and awareness programs at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center.
With every step taken, you help shine a light on mental health issues and contribute to critical resources for those in need. This event is not just a race; it’s a heartfelt mission to foster understanding, compassion, and healing in the community. Together, we can make a difference and promote a message of hope and support. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something truly special on March 9th!
With every step taken, you help shine a light on mental health issues and contribute to critical resources for those in need. This event is not just a race; it’s a heartfelt mission to foster understanding, compassion, and healing in the community. Together, we can make a difference and promote a message of hope and support. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something truly special on March 9th!
Organiser's Description
To honor those who have died by suicide and those who are forever affected by suicide, the 3rd annual Poppy's Run For Life 5K Run/Walk will be held on March 09, 2025, tentatively at Hennessy Park, Houston, Texas.
All proceeds from the row will be donated to the suicide prevention and awareness programs and services at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center.
Poppys Run for Life is recognized as a 501(c) 3 charity by the IRS.
Caryn Honig is the founder and director of Poppy's Run For Life. Caryn's father and grandfather both died by suicide, forever changing her life as well as the lives of family, friends and loved ones. They are not alone. Suicide is on the rise and is a leading cause of death in the US with 45,979 deaths in 2020. This is about one death every 11 minutes. The number of people who attempt or think about suicide is even higher. Suicide affects the health and well-being of surviving family, friends, co-workers, loved ones and the community.
Please join in supporting the efforts to increase prevention, education and awareness so that those suffering with a mental illness will seek help.
All proceeds from the row will be donated to the suicide prevention and awareness programs and services at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center.
Poppys Run for Life is recognized as a 501(c) 3 charity by the IRS.
Caryn Honig is the founder and director of Poppy's Run For Life. Caryn's father and grandfather both died by suicide, forever changing her life as well as the lives of family, friends and loved ones. They are not alone. Suicide is on the rise and is a leading cause of death in the US with 45,979 deaths in 2020. This is about one death every 11 minutes. The number of people who attempt or think about suicide is even higher. Suicide affects the health and well-being of surviving family, friends, co-workers, loved ones and the community.
Please join in supporting the efforts to increase prevention, education and awareness so that those suffering with a mental illness will seek help.
Races
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Poppy's Run for Life 5K
Incl. $4.38 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 9th March 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$39.38
Poppy's Run for Life will be held on Sunday, March 09, 2025 at Hennessy Park, 1900 Lyons Avenue, Houston, TX 77020 All proceeds from the run will be donated to the suicide prevention and awareness programs and services at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center. Poppys Run for Life is recognized as a 501(c) 3 charity by the IRS. Please join us in supporting efforts to increase suicide prevention, education and awareness so that those suffering with a mental illness will seek help. -
Celebration of Life 1K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 9th March 2025 (8:05AM EDT)
$28.70
The non-competitive, untimed Celebration of Life 1K will be held on Sunday, March 09, 2025 at Hennessy Park, 1900 Lyons Avenue, Houston, TX 77020. It will start at 8:05 a.m., immediately after Poppy's Run For Life 5K. All proceeds from the Celebration of Life will be donated to the suicide prevention and awareness programs and services at Alexander JFS and the Montrose Center. Poppys Run for Life is recognized as a 501(c) 3 charity by the IRS. Please join us in supporting efforts to increase suicide prevention, education and awareness so that those suffering with a mental illness will seek help. -
Virtual Poppy's Run for Life 5K
Incl. $4.38 Fee
$39.38
Please send in your race results to [email protected] Virtual runners are not eligible for awards.
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