Safe House Run

Saturday, June 17, 2023 Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Bloomington, Illinois
$16.90–$38.10 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring Safe House Run on Saturday, June 17, 2023, in Bloomington, McLean! This vibrant fundraising event features a 5K run, a 2-mile walk, and a special 1/2 mile kid's run, all taking place on the scenic Constitution Trail. Lace up your shoes and help raise crucial funds for Global Hands of Hope's Safe House initiative, which provides vital support for young girls at risk of abuse in the village of Bukeka, Uganda.

The day kicks off with registration starting at 8:30 AM, followed by the Kid's Run at 9 AM and the main events at 9:20 AM. With a registration fee of just $40 for adults (including a T-shirt) and only $5 for kids 17 and under, this is a fantastic opportunity for families to come together for a meaningful cause. Plus, attendees can look forward to a special virtual appearance by Ronald Nalera, who will share updates on the exciting work being done in Uganda. Don’t miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit!

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Races

  • Safe House Run 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $38.10

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  • Safe House Kid's 1/2 Mile Run

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:50 AM CDT

    $16.90

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Organiser's description

Come run or walk in Global Hands of Hope's fundraiser 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk or 1/2 mile Kid's run to raise funds for the expenses associated with a Safe House for young girls at risk for or already experiencing abuse in the village of Bukeka, Uganda. Global Hands of Hope Uganda (https://ghoh.org/) , in partnership with Lifesong for Orphans (https://lifesong.org/), over the last several years has built 3 Safe Houses for over 200 girls and boys attending the Suubi ("Hope") School. Now we are trying to raise funds for the expenses associated with caring for these precious girls and boys with four full-time "House Moms" (social workers) and other resources. RONALD NALERA, PRESIDENT OF GLOBAL HANDS OF HOPE, PLANS TO VIRTUALLY ATTEND THE EVENT AND GIVE AN UPDATE ON THE EXCITING WORK IN UGANDA! THE KIDS AT THE SUUBI SCHOOL WILL BE DOING THEIR OWN 5K AGAIN BEFORE OUR EVENT, WITH PLANS OF FOOTAGE OF THE UGANDAN RACE SHOWN AFTER OUR EVENT!
The Safe House Run is on Saturday, May 4 at Dust to Glory Fitness, at 716 E. Empire Street Unit G, Bloomington, IL 61701. That is right where the Constitution Trail meets Empire Street. The race will be entirely on the Constitution Trail.

Registration fee for adults 18 and up is 40$ (includes T-shirt) for the 5K run or 2 mile walk, and tHIS YEAR KIDS 17 AND UNDER PAY JUST 5$ FOR REGISTRATION (10$ extra for optional t-shirt) for 1/2 mile run, 5K run, or 2 mile walk. Walk up registration is $5 extra- 45$ for adults, 10$ for kids. Race bib and packet pick-up starts at 8:30 am the day of the race. Kid's Run is at 9 am, 5K and 2 mile walk start at 09:20 am.

Special thanks to Rick Mclean, State Farm Insurance Agent, for his generous sponsorship of the Safe House Run? Pick Rick! https://rickmclean.com/

And thanks to Dustin Webb, of Dust 2 Glory Fitness, for once again hosting the event! Learn more about his gym at this link: https://dust2glory.fitness/

Location

Dust2Glory Fitness, 716 E. Empire Street Unit G, Bloomington, 61701, IL, United States

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