Run For Hope

Sunday, April 7, 2024 Past event
11:30 AM CDT
Bloomington, Illinois
$11.60–$48.70 · 5 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of fitness and community at the Run For Hope on Sunday, April 7, 2024, in beautiful Bloomington, McLean County! This exciting event features a variety of race distances, including a USATF certified 10K, a walker-friendly 5K, and a fun-packed Kids Fun Run for children aged 12 and under. Set against the stunning backdrop of the west end of Constitution Trail, participants will enjoy the fresh air and scenic views as they run to support a great cause—Home Sweet Home Ministries.

Race day kicks off at the Ace World Wide Warehouse, with bib pick-up available on Friday and Saturday before the event. Awards will be presented to overall winners and top finishers across various age groups, making this not only a fun experience but also a competitive one! Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference, earn a finisher ribbon, and enjoy a day filled with positivity and community spirit. Register now and secure your t-shirt by March 22 to guarantee your size!

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Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Cotton Unisex T-shirt

    11:30 AM CDT

    $48.70

    Entries closed
  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Cotton Unisex T-shirt

    11:30 AM CDT

    $38.10

    Entries closed
  • Kids Run

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & Cotton Unisex T-shirt

    11:00 AM CDT

    $11.60

    Entries closed
  • 10k - Fleet Feet Spring Training Program Participant

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Cotton Unisex T-shirt

    11:30 AM CDT

    $38.10

    Entries closed
  • 5k - Fleet Feet Spring Training Program Participant

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Cotton Unisex T-shirt

    11:30 AM CDT

    $27.50

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

The RUN FOR HOPE is a race that benefits Home Sweet Home Ministries https://hshministries.org. The races include a 10K, 5K and Kids Fun Run on the west end of Constitution Trail. These distances and routes offer runners a unique opportunity to race in the beautiful open country of West Bloomington and McLean County.

Bib pick-up is available at Fleet Feet Bloomington during regular store hours on Friday 4/5 and Saturday 4/6; or from 9:30 am - 10:30 am before the race on Sunday. All participants are encouraged to pick up their bib prior to the race to help us avoid a crowd and line on race day.

The race start location is the Ace World Wide Warehouse (formerly the Home Sweet Home Ministries Warehouse) at 1700 West Washington Street in Bloomington.

Awards for overall male and female winners, overall masters male and female (age 40+) and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place men and women in the following age-groups in the 10K and 5K: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60 and over

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Both the 10K and the 5K are USATF certified race courses.

The 5K is a walker friendly event. We ask that 10K participants complete the race in a 15 minute per mile pace.

Kids Fun Run is 1/2 mile, noncompetitive and for children 12 and under only. All finishers will receive a ribbon. T-shirts may be purchased for an additional $10.

For the safety of all participants no strollers or dogs will be permitted on the course.

T-SHIRT SIZES ARE GUARANTEED TO ALL PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BY MARCH 22.

Race will be chip timed by It's Race Time - runners will have a chip start and chip finish time.

Parking is available at the Ace World Wide warehouse and overflow parking is available at Mid Central Community Action. Please DO NOT park on Euclid, West Grove or West Olive.

The Race Director may delay or cancel the event if the conditions on race day are unsafe. In the event of a weather cancellation no refunds of the entry fee or any other costs in connection with the event will be given. All proceeds (rain or shine) are donated to Home Sweet Home Ministries.

Location

1700 West Washington St., Bloomington, 61704, IL, United States

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