Running for Recovery 5K with Newhaven
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location El Dorado, Arkansas
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Running for Recovery 5K on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in El Dorado, Union! This vibrant event marks South Arkansas' first race dedicated to raising awareness for mental health and addiction recovery. The Running for Recovery 5K is not just a race; it's a powerful movement designed to unite the community in support of individuals on their healing journeys.
Participants will run, walk, or stroll the 5K course, helping to break the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction while promoting wellness and recovery. Every registration helps fund scholarships for treatment services at Newhaven, ensuring that vital care is accessible to those who need it most. Whether you're racing for yourself, in memory of a loved one, or simply to support this important cause, your participation will contribute to a brighter future for many. Come be a part of this transformative day and help us make history as we rally together for mental health and recovery in South Arkansas!
Participants will run, walk, or stroll the 5K course, helping to break the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction while promoting wellness and recovery. Every registration helps fund scholarships for treatment services at Newhaven, ensuring that vital care is accessible to those who need it most. Whether you're racing for yourself, in memory of a loved one, or simply to support this important cause, your participation will contribute to a brighter future for many. Come be a part of this transformative day and help us make history as we rally together for mental health and recovery in South Arkansas!
Organiser's Description
THE RUNNING FOR RECOVERY 5K is South Arkansas first race dedicated to mental health and addiction recovery awareness. This event is a collaborative effort between Newhaven Counseling & Health Services (all locations) and Newhaven Recovery Lodge, uniting the community in support of those on the path to healing.
WHY WE RUN:
Mental health and addiction affect individuals and families across all walks of life, yet resources for treatment and recovery are often out of reach. This race is more than just a runits an opportunity to break the stigma, raise awareness, and rally together as a community in support of those seeking a fresh start.
WHERE THE PROCEEDS GO:
All proceeds from the Running for Recovery 5K will go directly into our scholarship fund, which helps individuals afford treatment services and essential care at Newhaven. By participating, you are helping to remove financial barriers and giving someone a chance at a better future.
THE POWER OF COMMUNITY:
This event is about more than just crossing the finish lineit's about coming together to promote wellness, healing, and second chances. Whether youre running in honor of a loved one, for your own journey, or simply to support the cause, your involvement makes an impact.
Join us in making history as we run, walk, and stand together for mental health and recovery in South Arkansas!
WHY WE RUN:
Mental health and addiction affect individuals and families across all walks of life, yet resources for treatment and recovery are often out of reach. This race is more than just a runits an opportunity to break the stigma, raise awareness, and rally together as a community in support of those seeking a fresh start.
WHERE THE PROCEEDS GO:
All proceeds from the Running for Recovery 5K will go directly into our scholarship fund, which helps individuals afford treatment services and essential care at Newhaven. By participating, you are helping to remove financial barriers and giving someone a chance at a better future.
THE POWER OF COMMUNITY:
This event is about more than just crossing the finish lineit's about coming together to promote wellness, healing, and second chances. Whether youre running in honor of a loved one, for your own journey, or simply to support the cause, your involvement makes an impact.
Join us in making history as we run, walk, and stand together for mental health and recovery in South Arkansas!
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