Run for Jim
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Location St. Albans, Vermont
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, for the uplifting Run for Jim event in beautiful St. Albans, Franklin! This heartwarming 5K race is not just about running; it's about honoring the legacy of Jimmy Bashaw, a beloved teacher and girls basketball coach who left a lasting impact on his community. The event serves as a fundraiser for the Run for Jim Memorial Fund, which supports residents of Franklin and Grand Isle counties facing catastrophic illnesses.
Participants are encouraged to wear trail shoes as they navigate the scenic trails at Hardack. But the fun doesn't stop there! Enjoy a day filled with exciting activities, including corn hole, raffles, delicious food and drink, and live music. Plus, you could even win a homemade apple pie! Come together with friends and family for a day of celebration, community spirit, and remembrance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Participants are encouraged to wear trail shoes as they navigate the scenic trails at Hardack. But the fun doesn't stop there! Enjoy a day filled with exciting activities, including corn hole, raffles, delicious food and drink, and live music. Plus, you could even win a homemade apple pie! Come together with friends and family for a day of celebration, community spirit, and remembrance. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day!
Organiser's Description
The Run for Jim Memorial Fund was established in memory of Jimmy Bashaw who died at the age of 45 from brain cancer. Jimmy was a teacher and longtime girls basketball coach at Bellows Free Academy of St. Albans. Jimmys family and friends wish to remember him by continuing his kind and charitable ways by helping others in their time of need. The proceeds of this event are used to aid residents of Franklin and Grand Isle counties with expenses related to catastrophic illnesses. These awards are distributed through the Jim Bashaw Memorial Fund at the Northwestern Medical Center.
Win an apple pie!!! The 5K race is run on the trails at Hardack! See the course below!! Trail shoes/attire recommended :)
The day will be packed with fun activities before and after the race! Including; corn hole, raffles, food and drink, music & more!!!!! Join us!!!
Win an apple pie!!! The 5K race is run on the trails at Hardack! See the course below!! Trail shoes/attire recommended :)
The day will be packed with fun activities before and after the race! Including; corn hole, raffles, food and drink, music & more!!!!! Join us!!!
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