Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Coward, South Carolina
- Price Free - $49.70
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an uplifting day of community spirit and camaraderie at the 14th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event on Saturday, September 13, 2025! Taking place at Lynches River County Park in Coward, South Carolina, this exciting event features a 5K run/walk and a Kids Fun Run, both dedicated to raising awareness for teen suicide prevention. The 5K will kick off at 8:30 AM, following the Kids Fun Run at 7:45 AM, providing a fantastic opportunity for families and friends to come together in support of a vital cause.
Participants can register early for just $35 until May 31st, with various options available for all ages, including free entries for kids 12 and under. Whether you choose to run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your involvement directly supports the Jonathan C. Smith Foundation's mission to advocate for mental health awareness. Plus, for those who can’t attend in person, a virtual option is available! Enjoy a day filled with joyful entertainment, interactive exhibits at the Environmental Discovery Center, and a tree top canopy walk—all while making a difference in the lives of others. Join us in making strides towards hope and brighter days
Participants can register early for just $35 until May 31st, with various options available for all ages, including free entries for kids 12 and under. Whether you choose to run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your involvement directly supports the Jonathan C. Smith Foundation's mission to advocate for mental health awareness. Plus, for those who can’t attend in person, a virtual option is available! Enjoy a day filled with joyful entertainment, interactive exhibits at the Environmental Discovery Center, and a tree top canopy walk—all while making a difference in the lives of others. Join us in making strides towards hope and brighter days
Organiser's Description
Running Towards Hope!
Together, we can make a difference. Join us for our 14th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days as we raise awareness and advocate for Teen Suicide Prevention. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation supports a cause that can save lives..
Can't join us in person, we have a Virtual Option!
Our race this year will kick off Suicide Prevention Week
National Suicide Prevention Month
National Suicide Prevention Week Sep 7, 2025 Sat, Sep 13, 2025
World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 10th
and The Jonathan Foundation's national program Be That Friend
Race Details:
Type: 5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk
Date: September 13th 2025
Start Time: 7:45 AM Kids Fun Run
Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM
Location: Lynches River County Park
Address: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
Proceeds: The Jonathan C. Smith Foundation
Registration Fees:
Early Registration: 5K/Walk- $35 (Until May 31st)
Regular Registration: 5k/Walk - $40 - (Jun 1st - Sep 10th)
Late Registration: 5K/Walk -$45 after (Sep11th- Sep 13th)
Race Day Registration: 5k/Walk - $45
5K for Kids 12 and under: FREE
Kids Fun Run: 12 and under: FREE
5K for Youth Sports Team Members (18 and under): FREE
Virtual Race: 5K/Walk - $45 - Entry will receive T-shirt and participation medal in the mail after the race
Our race is a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix [https://simplytiming.com/?page=peedee]
Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
Race Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM Kids Fun Run/Walk 7:45 AM
Awards: Ceremony will be after all participants have finished
Entertainment: Joyful Entertainment, cool Environmental Discovery Center with interactive fun, live exhibits, and to round out the fun there is a tree top canopy walk.
All Kids get Free t-shirt and Medal!
Name of location: Lynches River Country Park
Street: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
City, State, Zip: Coward, SC 29530
Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
Event special notes:
Strollers are welcome.
People can listen to music while running.
Note to Pets: Please tell your humans to bring your leash.
Accommodations:
Comfort Inn and Suites, Florence SC, 527 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, SC, 29501, US
Click Here Comfort Inn and Suites [https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/rv39s9?ratePlanCode=BQZNVL&checkInDate=2025-09-12&checkOutDate=2025-09-13] for our discounted rate: Discounted Rate expires August 13, 2025.
Refund Policy:
Our Event will proceed rain or shine/ No Refunds
Together, we can make a difference. Join us for our 14th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days as we raise awareness and advocate for Teen Suicide Prevention. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation supports a cause that can save lives..
Can't join us in person, we have a Virtual Option!
Our race this year will kick off Suicide Prevention Week
National Suicide Prevention Month
National Suicide Prevention Week Sep 7, 2025 Sat, Sep 13, 2025
World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 10th
and The Jonathan Foundation's national program Be That Friend
Race Details:
Type: 5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk
Date: September 13th 2025
Start Time: 7:45 AM Kids Fun Run
Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM
Location: Lynches River County Park
Address: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
Proceeds: The Jonathan C. Smith Foundation
Registration Fees:
Early Registration: 5K/Walk- $35 (Until May 31st)
Regular Registration: 5k/Walk - $40 - (Jun 1st - Sep 10th)
Late Registration: 5K/Walk -$45 after (Sep11th- Sep 13th)
Race Day Registration: 5k/Walk - $45
5K for Kids 12 and under: FREE
Kids Fun Run: 12 and under: FREE
5K for Youth Sports Team Members (18 and under): FREE
Virtual Race: 5K/Walk - $45 - Entry will receive T-shirt and participation medal in the mail after the race
Our race is a part of the Pee Dee Grand Prix [https://simplytiming.com/?page=peedee]
Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
Race Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM Kids Fun Run/Walk 7:45 AM
Awards: Ceremony will be after all participants have finished
Entertainment: Joyful Entertainment, cool Environmental Discovery Center with interactive fun, live exhibits, and to round out the fun there is a tree top canopy walk.
All Kids get Free t-shirt and Medal!
Name of location: Lynches River Country Park
Street: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
City, State, Zip: Coward, SC 29530
Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
Event special notes:
Strollers are welcome.
People can listen to music while running.
Note to Pets: Please tell your humans to bring your leash.
Accommodations:
Comfort Inn and Suites, Florence SC, 527 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, SC, 29501, US
Click Here Comfort Inn and Suites [https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/rv39s9?ratePlanCode=BQZNVL&checkInDate=2025-09-12&checkOutDate=2025-09-13] for our discounted rate: Discounted Rate expires August 13, 2025.
Refund Policy:
Our Event will proceed rain or shine/ No Refunds
Races
-
R4BD- Run/Walk 5k
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$39.10
Run/Walk 5K -
R4BD - Virtual 5k
Incl. $4.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$49.70
-
R4BD - Kids Fun Run - 11 and Younger - FREE
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:45AM EDT)
Free
-
R4BD- 5k -Kids 12 and Younger- FREE
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
-
R4BD - Youth Sports Team 18 and Younger - FREE
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event
