Run Rich Run
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Canton, Ohio
- Price $33.35
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community spirit at the inaugural Run Rich Run event on Saturday, June 28, 2025! Set to kick off at 9 a.m. at GlenOak High School in Canton, Stark, this exciting gathering features a 5K race and a 1-mile walk, all aimed at supporting Richard Schmidt in his brave battle against Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Join friends, family, and neighbors as you traverse the picturesque grounds of GlenOak High School, creating a memorable experience for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. This event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience and hope, with a vision to become an annual tradition aiding others in their fight against blood cancers. Participants will receive a Run Rich Run shirt (guaranteed with registration by June 15, 2025), race bibs, and timing chips, along with post-race snacks and exciting awards. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting movement of care and commitment on a day that promises fun, purpose, and community unity!
Join friends, family, and neighbors as you traverse the picturesque grounds of GlenOak High School, creating a memorable experience for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. This event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience and hope, with a vision to become an annual tradition aiding others in their fight against blood cancers. Participants will receive a Run Rich Run shirt (guaranteed with registration by June 15, 2025), race bibs, and timing chips, along with post-race snacks and exciting awards. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting movement of care and commitment on a day that promises fun, purpose, and community unity!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Join us on SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025 AT 9.A.M. at GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL for the inaugural RUN RICH RUN 5K AND 1 MILE WALK! This special event is dedicated to supporting Richard Schmidt and his courageous fight against Lymphoma. Rich is a 2010 alum of GlenOak High School and former captain of the Cross Country team . In late summer of 2024, this 34 year-old man was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He has battled through 7 recent hospitalizations and 6 rounds of chemotherapy.
Together, well rally around Rich, celebrate his strength, and raise funds to assist with his treatment. With a long-term vision to transform Run Rich Run into an annual tradition benefiting others who are fighting this battle. This race is not just about todayit's about building a future of hope and support for those impacted by blood cancers.
The course winds through GlenOak High School's beautiful grounds, offering a family-friendly, welcoming environment for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Pets, bikes, skateboards or scooters are prohibited. Strollers are welcome but MUST start at the back of the starter corral.
The Run Rich Run 5K is more than a race; its a movement of community, care, and commitment. Lace up your running shoes and join friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fun and purpose.
PERKS:
* Run Rich Run shirt guaranteed with registration by June 15, 2025
* Race bib and timing chip
* Post race snacks
* Top Overall M/F Awards
* Age Group Awards
* GIFT CARD FOR FREE WE'RE ROLLING PRETZEL COMPANY PRETZELS
* GIFT CARD FOR FREE WENDY'S FROSTYS
* PRE/POST RACE DJ: MARLA J PARTY ENVIRONMENT
PARKING:
* Participants and volunteers are asked to enter the GlenOak complex via the south (Schneider Street NE) entrance.
* The north entrance (Easton) will be blocked off in preparation for the race.
Together, well rally around Rich, celebrate his strength, and raise funds to assist with his treatment. With a long-term vision to transform Run Rich Run into an annual tradition benefiting others who are fighting this battle. This race is not just about todayit's about building a future of hope and support for those impacted by blood cancers.
The course winds through GlenOak High School's beautiful grounds, offering a family-friendly, welcoming environment for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Pets, bikes, skateboards or scooters are prohibited. Strollers are welcome but MUST start at the back of the starter corral.
The Run Rich Run 5K is more than a race; its a movement of community, care, and commitment. Lace up your running shoes and join friends, family, and neighbors for a morning of fun and purpose.
PERKS:
* Run Rich Run shirt guaranteed with registration by June 15, 2025
* Race bib and timing chip
* Post race snacks
* Top Overall M/F Awards
* Age Group Awards
* GIFT CARD FOR FREE WE'RE ROLLING PRETZEL COMPANY PRETZELS
* GIFT CARD FOR FREE WENDY'S FROSTYS
* PRE/POST RACE DJ: MARLA J PARTY ENVIRONMENT
PARKING:
* Participants and volunteers are asked to enter the GlenOak complex via the south (Schneider Street NE) entrance.
* The north entrance (Easton) will be blocked off in preparation for the race.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.35
CLOSED -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.35
CLOSED
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