Run For A Better Life 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run
Sunday, October 22, 2023
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Washington, District of Columbia
$30.00–$50.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Run For A Better Life 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Sunday, October 22, 2023, in beautiful Washington, District of Columbia! This exciting annual event, hosted by Run Hope Work, features a fast and flat out-and-back course in Anacostia Park, starting at the Roller Skating Pavilion. Participants can choose to either tackle the 5K race, which kicks off at 8:30 am, or join the 1 Mile Fun Run, a fantastic opportunity for kids ages 17 and under, starting at 8:00 am.
This event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and empowerment. Proceeds from the run go directly to supporting local young adults in their journey towards a brighter future through running, mindfulness, and workforce training. Join us in honoring the legacy of Run Hope Work's founder, Jose Ortiz, whose inspiring story motivates us all to strive for a better life. Come out to run, have fun, and make a difference in the lives of DC youth. Let's all Run for a Better Life together!
This event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of community, resilience, and empowerment. Proceeds from the run go directly to supporting local young adults in their journey towards a brighter future through running, mindfulness, and workforce training. Join us in honoring the legacy of Run Hope Work's founder, Jose Ortiz, whose inspiring story motivates us all to strive for a better life. Come out to run, have fun, and make a difference in the lives of DC youth. Let's all Run for a Better Life together!
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$50.00
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Organiser's description
Run Hope Work is excited to host our annual Run For A Better Life 5K on October 20th. Racers will take on the fast, flat, out-and-back course in Anacostia Park starting at the Roller Skating Pavilion. And this year we have added a 1 Mile Fun Run that's free for kids ages 17 and under! The Fun Run starts at 8:00 am and the 5K goes off at 8:30 am.
Run Hope Work, founded in 2015, is a DC nonprofit that helps local young adults take control of their futures through a holistic program that includes running, meditation/mindfulness, and industry-certified workforce training.
Our annual race raises awareness about our mission and funds to support our program. Entry fees and donations allow Run Hope Work to get more DC youth off the streets, acquire skills, and earn long-term employment. Ultimately, we're helping empower our community to end the cycle of poverty and violence.
The race is dedicated to Run Hope Work's founder, Jose Ortiz, who died in a bike accident in April of last year. Run Hope Work is the manifestation of Jose's formula for self and community transformation. Jose overcame homelessness, poverty, and addiction to become a beloved entrepreneur, husband, father, and athlete. He was a mentor to Run Hope Work participants as well an inspiration to friends, colleagues and his family. Our annual 5K race was one of Jose's favorite activities; we will miss his infectious smile and enthusiastic presence, but we honor his legacy by continuing our work to support DC's youth.
Please join us! Let's all Run for a Better Life.
Run Hope Work, founded in 2015, is a DC nonprofit that helps local young adults take control of their futures through a holistic program that includes running, meditation/mindfulness, and industry-certified workforce training.
Our annual race raises awareness about our mission and funds to support our program. Entry fees and donations allow Run Hope Work to get more DC youth off the streets, acquire skills, and earn long-term employment. Ultimately, we're helping empower our community to end the cycle of poverty and violence.
The race is dedicated to Run Hope Work's founder, Jose Ortiz, who died in a bike accident in April of last year. Run Hope Work is the manifestation of Jose's formula for self and community transformation. Jose overcame homelessness, poverty, and addiction to become a beloved entrepreneur, husband, father, and athlete. He was a mentor to Run Hope Work participants as well an inspiration to friends, colleagues and his family. Our annual 5K race was one of Jose's favorite activities; we will miss his infectious smile and enthusiastic presence, but we honor his legacy by continuing our work to support DC's youth.
Please join us! Let's all Run for a Better Life.
Location
Anacostia Park Roller Skating, 1500 Anacostia Dr. SE, Washington, 20020, DC, United States
Run For A Better Life 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run
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