The 10th Annual Run4Hope 5K for Schools
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 9:30AM MDT
- Location Monument, Colorado
- Price $32.80 - $263.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 10th Annual Run4Hope 5K for Schools on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the beautiful Monument area of El Paso, Colorado! This vibrant event features a competitive 5K race alongside a fun-filled 2-mile Family Color Run or Walk, making it perfect for participants of all ages. The Run4Hope aims to raise awareness and funds for the vital social and emotional wellness programs that support teens in our community, focusing on suicide prevention and mental health education in local high schools.
The day kicks off with a heartfelt tribute at 8:45 AM, followed by a warm-up session at 9:10 AM. The competitive 5K race starts at 9:30 AM, while the Color Fun Run/Walk begins at 9:45 AM, culminating in a fun kids' run called Roar4Hope. After the races, stick around for a fantastic Community Block Party from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM featuring live music, delicious food, classic cars, bounce houses, and much more! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate hope and community spirit while making a difference in the lives of our youth!
The day kicks off with a heartfelt tribute at 8:45 AM, followed by a warm-up session at 9:10 AM. The competitive 5K race starts at 9:30 AM, while the Color Fun Run/Walk begins at 9:45 AM, culminating in a fun kids' run called Roar4Hope. After the races, stick around for a fantastic Community Block Party from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM featuring live music, delicious food, classic cars, bounce houses, and much more! Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate hope and community spirit while making a difference in the lives of our youth!
Organiser's Description
Run4Hope 5K for Schools is an in-person competitive 5k, 2-mile Family Color Run (or walk), followed by a huge Community Block Party and to celebrate HOPE in El Paso County! This event is hosted by The Ascent Church in Monument, Colorado, and raises funds to support the social and emotional wellness of teens in our community through programs that focus on suicide prevention training and mental health awareness in our local high schools.
NEW! Now you can run/walk, sponsor, donate, or volunteer in honor of a friend or loved one who attempted or someone you lost to suicide. To fill out the tribute form, click HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenLQ4IoI9POeqkAZ-qxblmGwkI_SFnH2Ffc5j-GBzVPzuFcw/viewform?usp=header].
SCHEDULE
REMEMBERING THOSE WE HAVE LOST
8:45am - Led by David Galvan, President of the Pike's Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership
PLEDGE
9:00am - Led by ROTC members
WARM-UP
9:10am - Led by Planet Fitness
RACE START TIMES
9:30am - Competitive 5k
9:45am - 2-mile Color Fun Run/Walk
10:45am - Roar4Hope (kids fun run in the parking lot)
Awards
11am - Awards Ceremony
Block Party
11:30am-1:30pm - Free Community Block Party with live music by WireWood Station, pig roast, classic cars, bounce houses, and more!
NEW! Now you can run/walk, sponsor, donate, or volunteer in honor of a friend or loved one who attempted or someone you lost to suicide. To fill out the tribute form, click HERE [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenLQ4IoI9POeqkAZ-qxblmGwkI_SFnH2Ffc5j-GBzVPzuFcw/viewform?usp=header].
SCHEDULE
REMEMBERING THOSE WE HAVE LOST
8:45am - Led by David Galvan, President of the Pike's Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership
PLEDGE
9:00am - Led by ROTC members
WARM-UP
9:10am - Led by Planet Fitness
RACE START TIMES
9:30am - Competitive 5k
9:45am - 2-mile Color Fun Run/Walk
10:45am - Roar4Hope (kids fun run in the parking lot)
Awards
11am - Awards Ceremony
Block Party
11:30am-1:30pm - Free Community Block Party with live music by WireWood Station, pig roast, classic cars, bounce houses, and more!
Races
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5K Run (Competitive Chip-Timed Race)
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:30AM MDT)
$43.40
CLOSED -
2-Mile Color Fun Run - Individual
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:45AM MDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
2-Mile Color Fun Run - Family of 3 or More
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:45AM MDT)
$80.50
CLOSED -
School Team 5K (Competitive Chip -Timed Race 8-15 Runners/Walkers)
Incl. $13.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (9:30AM MDT)
$263.50
CLOSED
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1750 Deer Creek Rd., Monument, 80132-9059, CO, United States
The 10th Annual Run4Hope 5K for Schools
