Run For Impact
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM AKDT
- Location Palmer, Alaska
- Price Free - $41.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating "Run For Impact" on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the scenic Colony High School XC trails in Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna! This exciting community event features a 5K trail race that not only promotes fitness but also supports a noble cause—raising funds for MyHouse MatSu, a vital organization dedicated to aiding at-risk and homeless youth.
The 5K race kicks off at 9:30 AM AKDT, offering a moderately challenging course perfect for runners of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a beginner, you’ll enjoy the picturesque rolling grass trails while contributing to meaningful change in the community. For the little ones, a free untimed 1K fun run for children aged 10 and under starts at 9:00 AM AKDT, ensuring a fun-filled morning for the whole family! Be part of this uplifting event and help strengthen community bonds while making a difference. Don't forget to register by May 23 to secure your event t-shirt and join us in celebrating health, unity, and social impact!
The 5K race kicks off at 9:30 AM AKDT, offering a moderately challenging course perfect for runners of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a beginner, you’ll enjoy the picturesque rolling grass trails while contributing to meaningful change in the community. For the little ones, a free untimed 1K fun run for children aged 10 and under starts at 9:00 AM AKDT, ensuring a fun-filled morning for the whole family! Be part of this uplifting event and help strengthen community bonds while making a difference. Don't forget to register by May 23 to secure your event t-shirt and join us in celebrating health, unity, and social impact!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A COMMUNITY 5K TRAIL RACE TO RAISE MONEY FOR MYHOUSE MATSU.
The "5K Run for Impact" is more than just a race; it's a chance for individuals and communities to unite in support of MyHouse MatSu. This event raises funds specifically for this non-profit organization, which provides vital resources and support to at-risk and homeless youth. Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to lace up their running shoes and join the cause. The 5K distance is accessible for beginners while still providing a challenge for seasoned runners, creating a sense of achievement for everyone involved. By participating, individuals can engage in a healthy activity, strengthen community bonds, and contribute to the positive change that MyHouse MatSu strives to achieve, all while enjoying the camaraderie and shared purpose that such events inspire.
Race will take place on the Colony High School XC trails.
*ALL SPECTATORS AND ATHLETES WILL NEED TO PARK OUTSIDE OF THE GATED STADIUM AREA*
5K RACE 09:30AKDT-10:15AKDT
This will start in the front soccer field near the school and continue through Colony XC trails with flaggers to keep you on course. This is a moderately difficult rolling grass trail. NO STROLLERS OR PETS ARE PERMITTED ON THE COURSE DURING THE RACE.
KID'S UNTIMED FUN RUN 09:00AKDT-10:15AKDT
Children 10 and under run a free 1K around the soccer field. Volunteers will monitor the course during the fun run. PLEASE ENSURE THERE IS AN ADULT PRESENT FOR YOUR CHILD WHEN THEY ARE FINISHED RUNNING.
T-SHIRTS: MUST REGISTER BY MAY 23 TO BE GUARANTEED SIZE/SHIRT.
BIB PICK UP: STARTING AT 8:30AM ON RACE DAY NEAR THE START TENT (KID'S RUN PARTICIPANT WILL NOT HAVE BIBS)
DISCOUNTS: FAMILY PACK OPTION ($120 FOR FOUR FAMILY MEMBERS)
TRANSFERS/DEFERRALS/REFUNDS: THERE ARE NO BIB OR ENTRY TRANSFERS ALLOWED. NO DEFERRALS OR REFUNDS. PLEASE CONSIDER ADDING RUNSIGNUP RACE PROTECTION IF THIS IS A CONCERN.
The "5K Run for Impact" is more than just a race; it's a chance for individuals and communities to unite in support of MyHouse MatSu. This event raises funds specifically for this non-profit organization, which provides vital resources and support to at-risk and homeless youth. Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to lace up their running shoes and join the cause. The 5K distance is accessible for beginners while still providing a challenge for seasoned runners, creating a sense of achievement for everyone involved. By participating, individuals can engage in a healthy activity, strengthen community bonds, and contribute to the positive change that MyHouse MatSu strives to achieve, all while enjoying the camaraderie and shared purpose that such events inspire.
Race will take place on the Colony High School XC trails.
*ALL SPECTATORS AND ATHLETES WILL NEED TO PARK OUTSIDE OF THE GATED STADIUM AREA*
5K RACE 09:30AKDT-10:15AKDT
This will start in the front soccer field near the school and continue through Colony XC trails with flaggers to keep you on course. This is a moderately difficult rolling grass trail. NO STROLLERS OR PETS ARE PERMITTED ON THE COURSE DURING THE RACE.
KID'S UNTIMED FUN RUN 09:00AKDT-10:15AKDT
Children 10 and under run a free 1K around the soccer field. Volunteers will monitor the course during the fun run. PLEASE ENSURE THERE IS AN ADULT PRESENT FOR YOUR CHILD WHEN THEY ARE FINISHED RUNNING.
T-SHIRTS: MUST REGISTER BY MAY 23 TO BE GUARANTEED SIZE/SHIRT.
BIB PICK UP: STARTING AT 8:30AM ON RACE DAY NEAR THE START TENT (KID'S RUN PARTICIPANT WILL NOT HAVE BIBS)
DISCOUNTS: FAMILY PACK OPTION ($120 FOR FOUR FAMILY MEMBERS)
TRANSFERS/DEFERRALS/REFUNDS: THERE ARE NO BIB OR ENTRY TRANSFERS ALLOWED. NO DEFERRALS OR REFUNDS. PLEASE CONSIDER ADDING RUNSIGNUP RACE PROTECTION IF THIS IS A CONCERN.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $1.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:30AM AKDT)
$41.70
This will start in the front soccer field near the school and continue through Colony XC trails with flaggers to keep you on course. This is a moderately difficult rolling grass trail. No strollers or pets are permitted on the course during the race. -
Kid's Fun Run
Sat 14th June 2025 (9:00AM AKDT)
Free
Children 10 and under run 3 laps around the soccer field. Volunteers will monitor the course during the fun run. Please ensure there is an adult present for your child when they are finished running.
Run For Impact
