Run Today for Tomorrow
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Ottawa, Illinois
- Price $33.49 - $35.99
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 7th annual Run Today for Tomorrow event on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Ottawa, Illinois! This uplifting 5K race is not just about running; it's a powerful opportunity to support mental health initiatives in our community. As a certified 501c3 organization, all proceeds will directly assist local residents seeking help and provide scholarships for students pursuing a career in mental health.
This year's race also features the inaugural LaSalle County Wellness Fair, a free, family-friendly event celebrating health and community connection. Whether you choose to run in person or virtually from your neighborhood, trail, or treadmill, your participation sends a strong message of hope. Registration is affordable at $20 for the first ten participants and $30 thereafter, with a special rate of $35 if you register between May 27 and June 27, 2026. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful day; together, we can make a difference and remind everyone that #TomorrowNeedsYouHere!
This year's race also features the inaugural LaSalle County Wellness Fair, a free, family-friendly event celebrating health and community connection. Whether you choose to run in person or virtually from your neighborhood, trail, or treadmill, your participation sends a strong message of hope. Registration is affordable at $20 for the first ten participants and $30 thereafter, with a special rate of $35 if you register between May 27 and June 27, 2026. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this meaningful day; together, we can make a difference and remind everyone that #TomorrowNeedsYouHere!
Organiser's Description
Run Today for Tomorrow's 7th annual 5K is back, and as of December of 2025, Run Today for Tomorrow, Inc. is officially a 501c3!!
All proceeds will stay in the community and provide financial assistance to community members in getting the help they need as well as a mental health scholarship for local students in the Mental Health field of study. We are partnered with the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation to make this happen. The goal of Run Today for Tomorrow, Inc. is to bring hope and provide help to those affected by suicide. We're running today because we believe in a Tomorrow where everyone is here to see itsun
Join us on June 28th for our in-person race or virtually you can run around your neighborhood, on a trail, or on a treadmill, post your results, and help share our message with the world!
Another exciting update for 2026; we will be hosting our very first LaSalle County Wellness Fair! The Wellness Fair is a free, family-friendly event that is all about celebrating health, wellness, and community connection. Please stop on by during or after race time.
Whether your participation is in support of the cause, in honor of a loved one, your personal health, or your personal struggles, we encourage you to participate and let your reason drive you to the finish line. #TomorrowNeedsYouHere
Registration Fee - $20 FIRST 10 PARTICIPANTS thereafter $30 (thru 5/27/26 includes t-shirt)*
Registration Fee - $35 (5/27/26 - 6/27/26)
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday June 26th from 3pm-7pm at Small Dog Candle Co 619 La Salle St, Ottawa, IL 61350
Registration Addon - $10.00 to ship your packet to you
*T-Shirt sizes are S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL and 4XL
The race will be held rain or shine. No refunds are allowed after registration is completed. T-shirt sizes guaranteed for all participants registered by May 27th.
Feel free to follow us on Facebook at "Run Today for Tomorrow, Inc." for more updates about race day!
All proceeds will stay in the community and provide financial assistance to community members in getting the help they need as well as a mental health scholarship for local students in the Mental Health field of study. We are partnered with the Starved Rock Country Community Foundation to make this happen. The goal of Run Today for Tomorrow, Inc. is to bring hope and provide help to those affected by suicide. We're running today because we believe in a Tomorrow where everyone is here to see itsun
Join us on June 28th for our in-person race or virtually you can run around your neighborhood, on a trail, or on a treadmill, post your results, and help share our message with the world!
Another exciting update for 2026; we will be hosting our very first LaSalle County Wellness Fair! The Wellness Fair is a free, family-friendly event that is all about celebrating health, wellness, and community connection. Please stop on by during or after race time.
Whether your participation is in support of the cause, in honor of a loved one, your personal health, or your personal struggles, we encourage you to participate and let your reason drive you to the finish line. #TomorrowNeedsYouHere
Registration Fee - $20 FIRST 10 PARTICIPANTS thereafter $30 (thru 5/27/26 includes t-shirt)*
Registration Fee - $35 (5/27/26 - 6/27/26)
Packet Pickup will be held on Friday June 26th from 3pm-7pm at Small Dog Candle Co 619 La Salle St, Ottawa, IL 61350
Registration Addon - $10.00 to ship your packet to you
*T-Shirt sizes are S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL and 4XL
The race will be held rain or shine. No refunds are allowed after registration is completed. T-shirt sizes guaranteed for all participants registered by May 27th.
Feel free to follow us on Facebook at "Run Today for Tomorrow, Inc." for more updates about race day!
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