Stuart Bennett Memorial 5k
- Date Mon 1st September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Terre Haute, Indiana
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us on Labor Day, September 1, 2025, for the Stuart Bennett Memorial 5K in Terre Haute, Vigo! This heartwarming event celebrates the life and legacy of Stuart Bennett, a passionate runner and generous soul who tragically passed away in a car accident in 2023. The 5K is not just a race; itβs a tribute to a young man who inspired others through his kindness and love for running.
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Lavern Gibson Championship Course, this family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to run together, creating memories while honoring Stuartβs spirit. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Stu Strong Foundation, which provides scholarships to graduating seniors and supports local youth sports teams. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with friends and family, the Stuart Bennett Memorial 5K promises to be an uplifting experience filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Donβt miss out on this opportunity to celebrate life, give back, and enjoy a fantastic race day!
Set against the stunning backdrop of the Lavern Gibson Championship Course, this family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to run together, creating memories while honoring Stuartβs spirit. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Stu Strong Foundation, which provides scholarships to graduating seniors and supports local youth sports teams. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with friends and family, the Stuart Bennett Memorial 5K promises to be an uplifting experience filled with community spirit and camaraderie. Donβt miss out on this opportunity to celebrate life, give back, and enjoy a fantastic race day!
Organiser's Description
Please join us on Labor Day morning to compete in a family friendly 5K race in memory of Stuart Bennett. Stuart passed away in a car accident in 2023. He was a kind young man, who would do anything to help a friend, teammate, or stranger. He continued his generosity and left a legacy of hope for others as he was an organ donor. Stuart grew up with a love for running, and he was highly successful in cross country and track while in school. From a young age, Stu starting running local road race 5ks. The Stuart Bennett Memorial 5k is a great way to honor the young man he was, while taking part in something he loved to do. The Stu Strong Foundation is a non-profit organization that works throughout the year to keep Stuarts memory alive, while honoring him. The Foundation raises money to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from the Clay Community School Corporation. It is also heavily involved in supporting local youth sports teams. Our race goal is to raise as much money as possible to give back to the Stu Strong Foundation and to have fun with friends and family while getting to run on Lavern Gibson Championship Course.
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