Run for a Cause: MCTS 5K/2K Run (Sangamam '26)
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Bloomington, Illinois
- Price $16.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Run for a Cause: MCTS 5K/2K Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Tipton Park South Shelter in Bloomington, IL! This vibrant community event, known as Sangamam '26, celebrates togetherness and showcases the strength of the Indian community while supporting local initiatives. With race distances of 5K and 2K, participants of all ages can run or walk while enjoying a fun atmosphere, complete with toy water guns for kids under 15 and engaging post-race activities.
From 7 AM to 9 AM, runners will experience a spirited race that not only promotes health and fitness but also gives back to the community. Proceeds will be donated to local nonprofits focused on fighting poverty and providing essential food supplies. Don't forget to pick up your race T-shirt and bib on July 24 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM or on race day. With awards for top overall finishers and various age brackets, everyone has a chance to shine. Mark your calendars for this incredible day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
From 7 AM to 9 AM, runners will experience a spirited race that not only promotes health and fitness but also gives back to the community. Proceeds will be donated to local nonprofits focused on fighting poverty and providing essential food supplies. Don't forget to pick up your race T-shirt and bib on July 24 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM or on race day. With awards for top overall finishers and various age brackets, everyone has a chance to shine. Mark your calendars for this incredible day of fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
RUN FOR A CAUSE : MCTS 5K/2K RUN OR WALK
SANGAMAM '26
5K & 2K RUN/WALK WITH WATER GUN FUN
The Word "Sangamam" in the Tamil Language means, Confluence or assembly or junction or in simple terms, Join together in one place. Tamil is one of the oldest and most classical languages in the world. The primary purpose of this event is to bring the entire community together and show our Indian community presence and our support by giving back to the community where we live.
As part of this, PROCEEDS FROM THE PROFIT WILL BE DONATED TO LOCAL NON-PROFITS THAT HAVE LOCAL PROGRAMS TO OVERCOME POVERTY AND/OR PROVIDE FOOD SUPPLIES FOR THE NEEDY.
Location : Tipton Park South Shelter, 2401,General Electric Road, Bloomington, IL 61704.
Date : July 25, 2026 Saturday
Time : 7AM to 9AM
TOY WATER GUNS WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE REGISTERED KIDS BELOW 15 YEARS. POST-RACE KIDS' FUN GAMES ARE ALSO PLANNED.
TSHIRT & BIB PICKUP:
JULY 24, 2026 FRIDAY - 6:30PM TO 7:30PM IN THE TIPTON PARK SOUTH SHELTER AT GE ROAD.
YOU CAN COLLECT ON RACE DAY ALSO.
AWARDS:
5K AWARDS:
Top overall male and female.
Age (Male & Female) bracket awards: 7 & below, 8 to 10, 11 to 13, 14 to 17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & up
2K AWARDS:
Top overall male and female.
Age (Male & Female) bracket awards: 7 & below, 8 to 10, 11 to 13, 14 to 17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & up
SANGAMAM '26
5K & 2K RUN/WALK WITH WATER GUN FUN
The Word "Sangamam" in the Tamil Language means, Confluence or assembly or junction or in simple terms, Join together in one place. Tamil is one of the oldest and most classical languages in the world. The primary purpose of this event is to bring the entire community together and show our Indian community presence and our support by giving back to the community where we live.
As part of this, PROCEEDS FROM THE PROFIT WILL BE DONATED TO LOCAL NON-PROFITS THAT HAVE LOCAL PROGRAMS TO OVERCOME POVERTY AND/OR PROVIDE FOOD SUPPLIES FOR THE NEEDY.
Location : Tipton Park South Shelter, 2401,General Electric Road, Bloomington, IL 61704.
Date : July 25, 2026 Saturday
Time : 7AM to 9AM
TOY WATER GUNS WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE REGISTERED KIDS BELOW 15 YEARS. POST-RACE KIDS' FUN GAMES ARE ALSO PLANNED.
TSHIRT & BIB PICKUP:
JULY 24, 2026 FRIDAY - 6:30PM TO 7:30PM IN THE TIPTON PARK SOUTH SHELTER AT GE ROAD.
YOU CAN COLLECT ON RACE DAY ALSO.
AWARDS:
5K AWARDS:
Top overall male and female.
Age (Male & Female) bracket awards: 7 & below, 8 to 10, 11 to 13, 14 to 17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & up
2K AWARDS:
Top overall male and female.
Age (Male & Female) bracket awards: 7 & below, 8 to 10, 11 to 13, 14 to 17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & up
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