"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
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 6th Annual "Run for the Girls" event, happening on Saturday, June 6th, 2026! Set along the beautiful Greg Smith River Trail at 121 Riverfront Drive, this exciting race kicks off at 8:00 AM and features a chip-timed, USATF certified 5K course that's perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled day of running, but you'll also be supporting a great cause: the Girls Shelter of Fort Smith, Inc. This incredible organization works tirelessly to provide a safe haven and developmental opportunities for at-risk girls aged 12 to 17.
By joining us for this inspiring event, you'll help make a difference in the lives of these young women while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. Plus, entrants registered before May 24th, 2026, will receive a special event T-shirt! So, whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to give back, mark your calendar and be part of "Run for the Girls" on June 6th. It’s more than just a race; it’s a chance to uplift and empower our future generation!
By joining us for this inspiring event, you'll help make a difference in the lives of these young women while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. Plus, entrants registered before May 24th, 2026, will receive a special event T-shirt! So, whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to give back, mark your calendar and be part of "Run for the Girls" on June 6th. It’s more than just a race; it’s a chance to uplift and empower our future generation!
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!
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!
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 - Long and Short Sleeve Option
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
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. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
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Family Fun Carnival
Sat 6th June 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
Free
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121 Riverfront Drive - Greg Smith River Trail, Fort Smith, 72901, AR, United States
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