Safe House Run

Saturday, May 4, 2024 Past event
10:20 AM CDT
Bloomington, Illinois
$6.30–$43.40 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the Safe House Run on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in beautiful Bloomington, McLean, as we come together to support a vital cause! This exciting fundraiser features a 5K run, a 2-mile walk, and a special 1/2 mile kid's run, all taking place along the picturesque Constitution Trail. Participants can register for the adult 5K or 2-mile walk for just $40, while kids 17 and under can join the fun for only $5, making this an inclusive event for everyone!

The Safe House Run aims to raise funds for a Safe House in Bukeka, Uganda, dedicated to supporting young girls at risk of abuse. With the incredible work of Global Hands of Hope and Lifesong for Orphans, over 200 children have already benefited from these initiatives. On race day, we’ll also participate in a spirit of global community as Ronald Nalera, President of Global Hands of Hope, joins us virtually to share updates on the impactful work being done in Uganda. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy! Race bibs and packets can be picked up starting at 8:30 AM, with the Kid's

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  • Safe House Run for Adults (18 and up)- 5k run or 2 mile walk

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:20 AM CDT

    $43.40

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  • Safe House Run for Kids (under 18 year old) 1/2 Mile Run, 2 mile walk, or 5k run

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt

    10:00 AM CDT

    $6.30

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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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