Stop the Suffering 5k
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price $44.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Join us for the spirited Stop the Suffering 5K on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in vibrant Columbus, Franklin! This exciting annual event is not just a race; it's a chance to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. Participants can choose to run the 5K or enjoy a leisurely 1-mile walk, all while supporting a noble cause. The proceeds from this event benefit Stop the Suffering, a dedicated organization committed to rescuing animals from shelters and high-risk situations.
With a mission to save lives, Stop the Suffering adopts out approximately 500 dogs each year and transports thousands of cats and dogs to safety. By participating, you'll play a vital role in funding veterinary care, boarding expenses, and spay and neuter programs, ensuring a brighter future for our furry friends. Whether rain or shine, come out to support a wonderful cause and enjoy a fun-filled day with fellow animal lovers!
With a mission to save lives, Stop the Suffering adopts out approximately 500 dogs each year and transports thousands of cats and dogs to safety. By participating, you'll play a vital role in funding veterinary care, boarding expenses, and spay and neuter programs, ensuring a brighter future for our furry friends. Whether rain or shine, come out to support a wonderful cause and enjoy a fun-filled day with fellow animal lovers!
Organiser's Description
The annual 5K run/1 mile walk benefits Stop the Suffering, a 501 (c)(3) based in Columbus, Ohio that saves animals from shelters and other situations in which their lives might be at risk. STS adopts out about 500 dogs a year, transports around 4,000 cats and dogs from rural shelters and puppy mills, to rescue organizations. STS also sponsors the vet care, boarding expenses and other costs when needed to help save an animal's life. Additionally, STS has a program that helps with many local municipalities spay and neuter programs in order to help control the pet population.
_This is a rain or shine event. In the instance of severe weather it would be up to the race director to call it for the safety of all participants, volunteers, and vendors. _
_This is a rain or shine event. In the instance of severe weather it would be up to the race director to call it for the safety of all participants, volunteers, and vendors. _
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Scioto Audobon Metro Park, 400 W Whittier St, Columbus, 43215, OH, United States
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