"Run for the Girls"
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and support at the 6th Annual "Run for the Girls" event on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Fort Smith, Sebastian! This exciting race will take place along the picturesque Greg Smith River Trail, starting at 8:00 AM. Participants can look forward to a chip-timed and USATF certified 5K course, welcoming runners of all ages to join in the fun and make a difference.
In addition to the race, early packet pickup will be available on June 5th from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at True Grit Running Company. Entrants who register before May 24th, 2026, will receive a commemorative t-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. This fantastic event serves as a fundraiser for the Girls Shelter of Fort Smith, Inc., providing vital support and resources for at-risk females aged 12 to 17. With a mission to promote positive behaviors and personal growth, your participation not only fuels your passion for running but also helps empower young girls in the community. Join us in making a lasting impact while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie!
In addition to the race, early packet pickup will be available on June 5th from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at True Grit Running Company. Entrants who register before May 24th, 2026, will receive a commemorative t-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. This fantastic event serves as a fundraiser for the Girls Shelter of Fort Smith, Inc., providing vital support and resources for at-risk females aged 12 to 17. With a mission to promote positive behaviors and personal growth, your participation not only fuels your passion for running but also helps empower young girls in the community. Join us in making a lasting impact while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
WE'RE RUNNING ON THE RIVER
JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL
"RUN FOR THE GIRLS"
GREG SMITH RIVER TRAIL
121 RIVERFRONT DRIVE
SATURDAY JUNE 6TH, 2026
RACE TIME: 8:00
WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO A NEW RACE EXPERIENCE - JOIN IN THE FUN!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP JUNE 5TH FROM 11:00AM TO 6:00PM AT
TRUE GRIT RUNNING COMPANY - 6808 ROGERS AVE
CHIP-TIMED & USATF CERTIFIED 5K COURSE. ALL AGE GROUPS WELCOME.
T-SHIRTS FOR ENTRANTS REGISTERED BEFORE MAY 24TH, 2026.
"RUN FOR THE GIRLS" IS A FUNDRAISER FOR THE
GIRLS SHELTER OF FORT SMITH, INC
WHERE SHELTERING IS JUST THE BEGINNING!
ABOUT US
The Girls Shelter of Fort Smith - A United Way Community Partner - opened in 1970 as a temporary emergency shelter. Since then, the Shelter has developed and grown onto a long-term residential treatment facility. In April 2002, a new 7,000 square-foot facility was built on a two-acre lot at South 26th and Quincy. The shelter is licensed for eight girls, ages 12 17 years old. During the Summer, our girls volunteer for one of our sponsors or a United Way agency.
The Girls Shelter strives to develop its residents into responsible citizens and community members. The girls are:
* Taught social and independent living skills.
* Given a sense of self-worth and taught to be responsible for their actions and decisions.
* Taught job skills and money management by working summer jobs.
* Required to attend and take an active part in school.
* Given individual treatment plans including structured goals and objectives.
* Provided counseling.
* The long-term goal of the Girls Shelter is to reunite the resident with her family.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide a safe and encouraging atmosphere in a residential setting for at risk females aged 12 17 years; to promote positive behaviors, character enhancement, educational advancement, and to reunite with family.
Many of our residents have had a less than desirable childhood. Common histories include physical and sexual abuse,
parents with drug issues, parents in prison and homelessness.
We teach personal responsibility, independent living skills and positive social skills. We provide case management,
individual and family counseling.
We provide a safe home environment, all food, transportation, personal items, and clothing. They receive individual and family counseling.
As one Board member put it, we have one year to pour all the good into them we can possibly give them.
JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL
"RUN FOR THE GIRLS"
GREG SMITH RIVER TRAIL
121 RIVERFRONT DRIVE
SATURDAY JUNE 6TH, 2026
RACE TIME: 8:00
WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO A NEW RACE EXPERIENCE - JOIN IN THE FUN!
EARLY PACKET PICKUP JUNE 5TH FROM 11:00AM TO 6:00PM AT
TRUE GRIT RUNNING COMPANY - 6808 ROGERS AVE
CHIP-TIMED & USATF CERTIFIED 5K COURSE. ALL AGE GROUPS WELCOME.
T-SHIRTS FOR ENTRANTS REGISTERED BEFORE MAY 24TH, 2026.
"RUN FOR THE GIRLS" IS A FUNDRAISER FOR THE
GIRLS SHELTER OF FORT SMITH, INC
WHERE SHELTERING IS JUST THE BEGINNING!
ABOUT US
The Girls Shelter of Fort Smith - A United Way Community Partner - opened in 1970 as a temporary emergency shelter. Since then, the Shelter has developed and grown onto a long-term residential treatment facility. In April 2002, a new 7,000 square-foot facility was built on a two-acre lot at South 26th and Quincy. The shelter is licensed for eight girls, ages 12 17 years old. During the Summer, our girls volunteer for one of our sponsors or a United Way agency.
The Girls Shelter strives to develop its residents into responsible citizens and community members. The girls are:
* Taught social and independent living skills.
* Given a sense of self-worth and taught to be responsible for their actions and decisions.
* Taught job skills and money management by working summer jobs.
* Required to attend and take an active part in school.
* Given individual treatment plans including structured goals and objectives.
* Provided counseling.
* The long-term goal of the Girls Shelter is to reunite the resident with her family.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide a safe and encouraging atmosphere in a residential setting for at risk females aged 12 17 years; to promote positive behaviors, character enhancement, educational advancement, and to reunite with family.
Many of our residents have had a less than desirable childhood. Common histories include physical and sexual abuse,
parents with drug issues, parents in prison and homelessness.
We teach personal responsibility, independent living skills and positive social skills. We provide case management,
individual and family counseling.
We provide a safe home environment, all food, transportation, personal items, and clothing. They receive individual and family counseling.
As one Board member put it, we have one year to pour all the good into them we can possibly give them.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt - Adult and Youth
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Race day check-in will start at 7:00am. Race start time 8:00am Participants will receive a swag bag, t-shirt, finisher medal and chipped bib -
5K Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt - Adult and Youth
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Race day check-in will start at 7:00am. Race start time 8:00am Participants will receive a swag bag, t-shirt, finisher medal and chipped bib -
Virtual Event
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
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Family Fun Activities
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
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121 Riverfront Drive - Greg Smith River Trail, Fort Smith, 72901, AR, United States
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