Promise 5K Bensky's Race
- Date Sat 12th October 2024
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Willmar, Minnesota
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual Promise 5K Bensky's Race on Saturday, October 12th, 2024, at the scenic Robbins Island Regional Park in Willmar, Kandiyohi, Minnesota. This vibrant event is dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the vital work of Children of the Promise in Northern Haiti. Participants will enjoy a picturesque 5K race along beautiful walking trails that wind through the park and around Willmar Lake, making it a delightful experience for runners and walkers alike.
In addition to the race, attendees can savor delicious pie at the Pie-K, learn about ongoing initiatives in Haiti, and explore unique Haitian-made artwork. The Promise 5K is part of the Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series, ensuring official timing with results available online. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual run/walk option allows you to participate from your own neighborhood or favorite park. By joining this event, you're directly supporting the Institution Chr'etienne Enfants de la Promesse (ICEP) and its mission to empower the next generation of Christian leaders in Haiti. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
In addition to the race, attendees can savor delicious pie at the Pie-K, learn about ongoing initiatives in Haiti, and explore unique Haitian-made artwork. The Promise 5K is part of the Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series, ensuring official timing with results available online. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual run/walk option allows you to participate from your own neighborhood or favorite park. By joining this event, you're directly supporting the Institution Chr'etienne Enfants de la Promesse (ICEP) and its mission to empower the next generation of Christian leaders in Haiti. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Organiser's Description
The Promise 5K is an annual event held in effort to raise funds and awareness for the work of Children of the Promise in Northern Haiti. This year, the 5th Annual Promise 5K will be held at Robbins Island Park IN WILLMAR, MINNESOTA!
WILLMAR, MN LOCATION: ROBBINS ISLAND REGIONAL PARK
The route follows beautiful walking trails through the park and around Willmar Lake. In addition to the great outdoors, enjoy a slice of pie at the Pie-K, stick around to hear more about what's happening in Haiti, and browse Haitian-made artwork. The 5K race is part of the GLACIAL LAKES CHAMPIONSHIP RUNNING SERIES OF WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA, and there will be official timing with results posted online at http://www.glcrsrun.com/ via Pickle Events.
NOT LOCAL TO THE WILLMAR AREA? NO PROBLEM! There is also the Promise 5K Virtual Run/Walk, which can be completed in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even the treadmill.
This event is a fundraiser for Children of the Promise. All proceeds of this event go directly towards supporting Institution Chr'etienne Enfants de la Promesse (ICEP), whose vision is to utilize education to develop Christian leaders to bring transformation in Haiti and beyond.
WILLMAR, MN LOCATION: ROBBINS ISLAND REGIONAL PARK
The route follows beautiful walking trails through the park and around Willmar Lake. In addition to the great outdoors, enjoy a slice of pie at the Pie-K, stick around to hear more about what's happening in Haiti, and browse Haitian-made artwork. The 5K race is part of the GLACIAL LAKES CHAMPIONSHIP RUNNING SERIES OF WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA, and there will be official timing with results posted online at http://www.glcrsrun.com/ via Pickle Events.
NOT LOCAL TO THE WILLMAR AREA? NO PROBLEM! There is also the Promise 5K Virtual Run/Walk, which can be completed in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even the treadmill.
This event is a fundraiser for Children of the Promise. All proceeds of this event go directly towards supporting Institution Chr'etienne Enfants de la Promesse (ICEP), whose vision is to utilize education to develop Christian leaders to bring transformation in Haiti and beyond.
Races
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Bensky's Race: Kids Fun Run (WILLMAR, MN)
T-Shirt
Sat 12th October 2024 (9:45AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe Kids Fun Run will be held prior to the Promise 5K at Robbins Island Regional Park. This Kids Fun Run is named in honor of a boy named Bensky. Bensky lived much of his life at COTP, and during that time, he found his purpose. Even though he couldnt walk, he lived a life of motion and impact. Bensky tragically passed away in 2021, and his life left a mark on many! Remember - if you purchase a race t-shirt, another will be purchased for our annual Kids Fun Run in Haiti too! -
Promise 5K Run/Walk (WILLMAR, MN)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th October 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDThis is an officially timed race and is a part of the Glacial Lakes Running Series. The race will be held at Robbins Island Regional Park in Willmar, MN. Thanks to our sponsors, all registration fees and free will donations go directly towards supporting Institution Chr'etienne Enfants de la Promesse (ICEP), whose vision is to utilize education to develop Christian leaders to bring transformation in Haiti and beyond. Remember - if you purchase a race t-shirt, another will be purchased for our annual Kids Fun Run in Haiti too! -
Bensky's Race/Promise 5K (VIRTUAL)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
CLOSEDIf you are located outside of the Willmar, MN area, the Virtual Promise 5K is a great option for you! This run/walk can be completed in your own neighborhood, at a local park, or even the treadmill. Share the news with your friends, register for the race, and complete a 5K on your own time! Remember - if you purchase a race t-shirt, another will be purchased for our annual Kids Fun Run in Haiti too!
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