The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health - Brain Health Hustle
- Date Sun 11th January 2026
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Boca Raton, Florida
- Price $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for an inspiring day of fitness and community at the Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health - Brain Health Hustle on Sunday, January 11th, 2026! Set in the beautiful South County Regional Park in Boca Raton, Palm Beach, this exciting event kicks off at 7:30 AM, welcoming participants of all ages to run or walk for a vital cause. This 5K race aims to raise awareness and funds for the prevention and treatment of fatal children's genetic diseases of the brain, with the foundation having already made significant strides in research and education.
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking to support a great cause, everyone is encouraged to take part. Plus, for those who can't make it in person, there's a convenient "Sleep-In" option where supporters can participate virtually and receive a commemorative shirt and finisher medal by mail. With awards for various age groups and overall winners, this event promises to be both fun and rewarding. Don't miss your chance to contribute to a brighter future for affected children and their families—mark your calendars and be part of the cure!
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking to support a great cause, everyone is encouraged to take part. Plus, for those who can't make it in person, there's a convenient "Sleep-In" option where supporters can participate virtually and receive a commemorative shirt and finisher medal by mail. With awards for various age groups and overall winners, this event promises to be both fun and rewarding. Don't miss your chance to contribute to a brighter future for affected children and their families—mark your calendars and be part of the cure!
Organiser's Description
THE MATHEW FORBES ROMER FOUNDATION 5K FOR BRAIN HEALTH
BRAIN HEALTH HUSTLE
SUNDAY JANUARY 11TH, 2026 SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK IN WESTERN BOCA RATON 7:30 AM START. ( AMPHITHEATER: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33498 )
TIMING BY ACCUCHIP TIMING
OUR MISSION: THE MATHEW FORBES ROMER FOUNDATIONS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE AND LEAD CRITICAL AWARENESS, TESTING, COUNSELING, AND RESEARCH INITIATIVES THAT HOLD PROMISE FOR THE PREVENTION AND EVENTUAL CURE OF FATAL CHILDRENS GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN.
MFRF HAS PROVIDED LEADERSHIP AND RAISED APPROXIMATELY $3 MILLION OF FUNDING FOR PROJECTS SPANNING ITS MISSION AND VISION ACROSS THREE PILLARS: RESEARCH OF TREATMENTS AND CURES, EDUCATION AND GENETIC SCREENING, AND CARE THROUGH NURSING SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
MFRF HAS CELEBRATED WONDERFUL PROGRESS IN GENE THERAPY PATIENT TRIALS, EDUCATION, AND GENETIC TESTING FOR MANY AFFECTED CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH FATAL GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN. STILL, THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO DO, INCLUDING EARLIER DETECTION AND EXPANDING TREATMENT AVAILABILITY.
SO ON JANUARY 11TH 2026 WE WILL RUN AND WALK TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS AS WELL AS MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR THIS PROJECT.
COME JOIN US AND BE A PART OF THE CURE!
THE SLEEP IN OPTION IS FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT TO SUPPORT THE CHARITY BUT CAN'T ATTEND THE ACTUAL EVENT! YOUR SHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL WILL BE MAILED TO YOU! IT'S THE HONOR SYSTEM TO DO THE 5K AT SOME POINT. THIS OPTION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS! YOU DON'T NEED TO SUBMIT YOUR TIME.
SHIRTS: SHIRTS WILL BE A DRY-FIT TYPE SHIRT.
AWARDS: AWARDS WILL BE M/F OVERALL, M/F UNDER 10, 10-14, 15-19 & THEN 10 YEAR GROUPS TO 80+
PACKET PICK UP: NOW AVAILABLE AT RUNNERS EDGE UNTIL SATURDAY JAN 10TH AT NOON
RUNNER'S EDGE: 3195 N. FEDERAL HWY, BOCA RATON - 561-361-1950
STORE HOURS. MONDAY - FRIDAY 10-6, THURSDAY 10-7, SATURDAY 10-5 OR SUNDAY 11-4
YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP YOUR STUFF RACE MORNING AT THE EVENT STARTING AT 6:30-7:10AM.
YOU CAN PICK UP BIBS FOR THE OTHER PEOPLE IN YOUR GROUP, AS WELL!
WEBSITE: HTTPS://MFRFOUNDATION.ORG/
PARKING: THERE IS PLENTY OF FREE PARKING AT THE AMPHITHEATER, USE THIS ADDRESS FOR GPS DIRECTIONS: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, WEST BOCA RATON
BRAIN HEALTH HUSTLE
SUNDAY JANUARY 11TH, 2026 SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK IN WESTERN BOCA RATON 7:30 AM START. ( AMPHITHEATER: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33498 )
TIMING BY ACCUCHIP TIMING
OUR MISSION: THE MATHEW FORBES ROMER FOUNDATIONS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE AND LEAD CRITICAL AWARENESS, TESTING, COUNSELING, AND RESEARCH INITIATIVES THAT HOLD PROMISE FOR THE PREVENTION AND EVENTUAL CURE OF FATAL CHILDRENS GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN.
MFRF HAS PROVIDED LEADERSHIP AND RAISED APPROXIMATELY $3 MILLION OF FUNDING FOR PROJECTS SPANNING ITS MISSION AND VISION ACROSS THREE PILLARS: RESEARCH OF TREATMENTS AND CURES, EDUCATION AND GENETIC SCREENING, AND CARE THROUGH NURSING SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
MFRF HAS CELEBRATED WONDERFUL PROGRESS IN GENE THERAPY PATIENT TRIALS, EDUCATION, AND GENETIC TESTING FOR MANY AFFECTED CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH FATAL GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN. STILL, THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO DO, INCLUDING EARLIER DETECTION AND EXPANDING TREATMENT AVAILABILITY.
SO ON JANUARY 11TH 2026 WE WILL RUN AND WALK TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS AS WELL AS MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR THIS PROJECT.
COME JOIN US AND BE A PART OF THE CURE!
THE SLEEP IN OPTION IS FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT TO SUPPORT THE CHARITY BUT CAN'T ATTEND THE ACTUAL EVENT! YOUR SHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL WILL BE MAILED TO YOU! IT'S THE HONOR SYSTEM TO DO THE 5K AT SOME POINT. THIS OPTION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS! YOU DON'T NEED TO SUBMIT YOUR TIME.
SHIRTS: SHIRTS WILL BE A DRY-FIT TYPE SHIRT.
AWARDS: AWARDS WILL BE M/F OVERALL, M/F UNDER 10, 10-14, 15-19 & THEN 10 YEAR GROUPS TO 80+
PACKET PICK UP: NOW AVAILABLE AT RUNNERS EDGE UNTIL SATURDAY JAN 10TH AT NOON
RUNNER'S EDGE: 3195 N. FEDERAL HWY, BOCA RATON - 561-361-1950
STORE HOURS. MONDAY - FRIDAY 10-6, THURSDAY 10-7, SATURDAY 10-5 OR SUNDAY 11-4
YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP YOUR STUFF RACE MORNING AT THE EVENT STARTING AT 6:30-7:10AM.
YOU CAN PICK UP BIBS FOR THE OTHER PEOPLE IN YOUR GROUP, AS WELL!
WEBSITE: HTTPS://MFRFOUNDATION.ORG/
PARKING: THERE IS PLENTY OF FREE PARKING AT THE AMPHITHEATER, USE THIS ADDRESS FOR GPS DIRECTIONS: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, WEST BOCA RATON
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