Run4Heroes
- Date Sun 31st August 2025
- Time 1:00PM EDT
- Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us on Sunday, August 31, 2025, for the inspiring Run4Heroes event in Philadelphia, where we honor the brave warriors of Ukraine. This meaningful 5K run/walk invites participants to pay tribute to the heroes who have sacrificed their lives for freedom and independence since 2014. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and along the scenic Kelly Drive, this event is more than just a race—it's a powerful act of unity and gratitude.
Participants are encouraged to dedicate their run to a specific Ukrainian hero, whether a personal loved one or a fallen warrior whose story resonates. With the option to participate virtually from anywhere, you can run or walk with purpose, remembrance, and solidarity. Registration is free, with a suggested donation of $20+, and all proceeds will benefit the Come Back Alive Foundation, supporting those on the frontlines. Join us as we stand together with Ukraine, each step echoing the courage of those who have inspired us.
Participants are encouraged to dedicate their run to a specific Ukrainian hero, whether a personal loved one or a fallen warrior whose story resonates. With the option to participate virtually from anywhere, you can run or walk with purpose, remembrance, and solidarity. Registration is free, with a suggested donation of $20+, and all proceeds will benefit the Come Back Alive Foundation, supporting those on the frontlines. Join us as we stand together with Ukraine, each step echoing the courage of those who have inspired us.
Organiser's Description
Join us for a meaningful 5K run/walk, Honoring Warriors, Running for the Heroes of Ukraine, as we come together in remembrance of the brave Ukrainian men and women who have given their lives in the fight for freedom and independence since 2014.
This is more than a race - its a powerful act of unity, gratitude, and resilience.
Each step taken is a tribute. Every heartbeat echoes the courage of a fallen Hero. Participants are encouraged to dedicate their run to a specific Ukrainian Hero - whether a loved one or someone theyve never met - whose sacrifice continues to inspire us.
Let us run with purpose. Walk with remembrance. Stand with Ukraine
The name of a fallen hero you can chose here:
https://ukraine-memorial.org/en/
Event Details: Start & Finish: Steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Route: Along scenic Kelly Drive, turning near the General Ulysses Grant statue
Parking: Available at The Oval (in front of the museum) and surrounding areas
Participation: Free registration | Suggested donation: $20+
Virtual Option: Run/walk from anywhere, anytime
All proceeds benefit Come Back Alive Foundation, one of Ukraines most trusted organizations supporting those on the frontlines.
Organizers: in.unity.ua & the Ukrainian Community in Philadelphia
Please note, this run is not timed.
This is more than a race - its a powerful act of unity, gratitude, and resilience.
Each step taken is a tribute. Every heartbeat echoes the courage of a fallen Hero. Participants are encouraged to dedicate their run to a specific Ukrainian Hero - whether a loved one or someone theyve never met - whose sacrifice continues to inspire us.
Let us run with purpose. Walk with remembrance. Stand with Ukraine
The name of a fallen hero you can chose here:
https://ukraine-memorial.org/en/
Event Details: Start & Finish: Steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Route: Along scenic Kelly Drive, turning near the General Ulysses Grant statue
Parking: Available at The Oval (in front of the museum) and surrounding areas
Participation: Free registration | Suggested donation: $20+
Virtual Option: Run/walk from anywhere, anytime
All proceeds benefit Come Back Alive Foundation, one of Ukraines most trusted organizations supporting those on the frontlines.
Organizers: in.unity.ua & the Ukrainian Community in Philadelphia
Please note, this run is not timed.
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