Steps For Healing 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser

Steps for Healing is a 5K Run/Walk fundraising event benefitting the Children's Bereavement Center.  Our grief group participants and many other families who have suffered a loss of a loved one in our community look forward to this event every year as an opportunity to memorialize their loved ones. 
This year, attendees may choose whether to attend in person at Zoo Miami or “Run Where You Are.”  CBC supporters and group participants are based across all of South Florida and the nation, so for those who cannot attend in-person, the opportunity to register as a virtual attendee is an added benefit! 
Run or walk in memory of a loved one and support grieving families by raising funds for Children's Bereavement Center (CBC), which provides FREE virtual grief support groups for children, teens and adults in South Florida.
 
EVENT TIMELINE: 
6:30 AM Registration Opens7:45 AM Warm up at Start/Finish line 7:55 PM Registration Closes8:00 AM Race begins! 5K run/walk – starts in the parking lot and continues into Zoo Miami9:30 AM Awards Ceremony for Medals & Trophies10:00 AM-10:30 AM Wrap up event
 
IN-PERSON @ Zoo Miami:  Saturday, November 23, 2024
Official run/walk timing All-day zoo admissionKids’ course with medalsFree continental breakfastRace day t-shirt (size not guaranteed nor availability for day-of registrations)Entertainment - DJ and Kids Corner Customizable Fundraising PageMedals for top finishers
$40 Early Registration, $45 Day-of Registration, $22 Student/Youth (ages 7-17), $17 Child (ages 3-6), Free Under 3
 
VIRTUAL:  Flexible schedule to run anytime from Friday, November 15 - Sunday, November 24, 2024
 
Whether you are not available to be at Zoo Miami on 11/23 or live out of state, you can still register for Steps virtual race!  The virtual remembrance run/walk offers flexibility and allows you to participate wherever you are. You can choose to participate by yourself, or with your closest family members or friends. Just step into your neighborhood, head to a nearby park, or even hop on your treadmill and complete a 5K distance.Once completed, the RaceJoy app will enter your finish time into your Run Signup account, results will be posted and you can download your certificate of participation.
RaceJoy app tracking time and resultsCustomizable Digital Race BibRace day t-shirt (pick up/mailed after race; (size not guaranteed nor availability for day-of registrations)Customizable Fundraising PageCBC Memorial Activities to make your walk/run more meaningfulFlexible schedule to run anytime during the Virtual Race available 11/15 - 11/24
 
SPECTATOR ONLY @ Zoo Miami: Saturday, November 23, 2024  
Come and watch our runners at Zoo Miami, enjoy snacks and then stay to visit the zoo, all while helping to raise funds for Children's Bereavement Center (CBC), which provides FREE virtual grief support groups for children, teens and adults in South Florida.
Registration includes:Access to Asia Field and race Start/Finish lineAll Day Admission to Zoo MiamiFREE Continental BreakfastKids Corner with Inflatable CourseEntertainment - DJCustomizable fundraising page
 
TAG US!
Share your photos and memories using #iruntoremember #stepsforhealing and tag @miamicbc. 
"Sponsor My Run" Fundraising
For every $1,500 raised, 1 child can attend the CBC's free grief support groups for an entire year!
Be a champion for CBC – you can make a difference in the life of a child. We believe that grief is meant to be shared and you can help grieving families by participating. 
Create a TEAM with your friends, family members or colleagues or register as an individual to participate in-person or virtually!Set a goal and help CBC fundraise by encouraging people in your community to sponsor your run or team's runHelp spread the word about CBC and the support available for children, teens and adults across South Florida 
 
Volunteer Opportunities & Community Service Hours Available
Interested in volunteering? We have a lot of different roles available and skillsets needed! Limited spots and community service hours available for high school students. Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form to Sign up: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/22DWFCS0. All volunteers are required to do a one hour orientation training on Zoom the week of the event.