Strong Like A Mother 5K
- Date Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price $23.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural Strong Like A Mother 5K, taking place on Sunday, May 10, 2026, in beautiful Wolfe Park, Columbus, Franklin! This uplifting event coincides with Mother's Day, making it a perfect opportunity to celebrate mothers while supporting families facing housing crises. Participants can choose to run the competitive 5K or enjoy a more leisurely pace with the timed 1K Family Fun Run or a casual 1K walk.
By joining us, you’ll not only experience the thrill of the race but also contribute to a vital cause. Home for Families (HFF) is dedicated to helping those in need, with nearly 90% of their households being led by women, including many single mothers. Your participation will directly support HFF's mission to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing to over 1,200 families each year. So, whether you're running for mom, family, or change, this event promises to be a meaningful and memorable experience. Remember, no pets are allowed, but service animals are welcome. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference!
By joining us, you’ll not only experience the thrill of the race but also contribute to a vital cause. Home for Families (HFF) is dedicated to helping those in need, with nearly 90% of their households being led by women, including many single mothers. Your participation will directly support HFF's mission to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing to over 1,200 families each year. So, whether you're running for mom, family, or change, this event promises to be a meaningful and memorable experience. Remember, no pets are allowed, but service animals are welcome. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference!
Organiser's Description
Lace up for something bigger than the finish line; help provide a critical lifeline to families experiencing a housing crisis.
Join Home for Families (HFF) for our inaugural Strong Like a Mother 5K, presented by Hexion, on the morning of Sunday, May 10 (Mothers Day), at Wolfe Park in Columbus, and go the distance for moms and families facing severe housing instability. Nearly 90% of our households are led by women, two-thirds have been mothers, and most have been single mothers. So, whether you're running the 5K, participating in the timed 1K Family Fun Run, or enjoying a leisurely 1K walk, your support will help HFF go the extra mile to prevent homelessness for moms and their families.
Run for mom. Run for family. Run for change.
As one of the largest non-shelter housing providers for low-income families in Columbus, Home for Families works behind the scenes with a network of landlords, government agencies, and community partners to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing solutions to over 1,200 families experiencing housing crises each year. We are a familys exit plan from shelter and actively partner with them to resolve ongoing barriers to housing and provide long-term solutions for stability.
Please note that no pets are allowed at this event. Service animals specifically trained to aid people with a disability are welcome.
Join Home for Families (HFF) for our inaugural Strong Like a Mother 5K, presented by Hexion, on the morning of Sunday, May 10 (Mothers Day), at Wolfe Park in Columbus, and go the distance for moms and families facing severe housing instability. Nearly 90% of our households are led by women, two-thirds have been mothers, and most have been single mothers. So, whether you're running the 5K, participating in the timed 1K Family Fun Run, or enjoying a leisurely 1K walk, your support will help HFF go the extra mile to prevent homelessness for moms and their families.
Run for mom. Run for family. Run for change.
As one of the largest non-shelter housing providers for low-income families in Columbus, Home for Families works behind the scenes with a network of landlords, government agencies, and community partners to provide safe, secure, and affordable housing solutions to over 1,200 families experiencing housing crises each year. We are a familys exit plan from shelter and actively partner with them to resolve ongoing barriers to housing and provide long-term solutions for stability.
Please note that no pets are allowed at this event. Service animals specifically trained to aid people with a disability are welcome.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 10th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$23.00
CLOSED -
1K Family Fun Run + Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 10th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$23.00
CLOSEDThe 1K Family Fun Run will be timed.
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