The Me Awesome Run
- Date Sun 17th May 2026 - Sun 24th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location San Jose, California
- Price $40.00 - $50.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring week of community spirit and support at The Me Awesome Run, taking place from Sunday, May 17th to Sunday, May 24th, 2026, in beautiful San Jose, Santa Clara. This inaugural event offers both a 5K and 10K Run & Walk, bringing together participants to raise awareness and funds for families affected by Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare pediatric brain tumor.
Join us at Hellyer County Park or participate virtually from anywhere! Every step you take helps ease the financial burdens faced by families dealing with this challenging diagnosis, covering essential needs like housing, transportation, and groceries. It's not just a race; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most. Don’t forget to share your event moments on Instagram with the hashtag #TheMeAwesomeRun to keep the positivity flowing and inspire others!
Join us at Hellyer County Park or participate virtually from anywhere! Every step you take helps ease the financial burdens faced by families dealing with this challenging diagnosis, covering essential needs like housing, transportation, and groceries. It's not just a race; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who need it most. Don’t forget to share your event moments on Instagram with the hashtag #TheMeAwesomeRun to keep the positivity flowing and inspire others!
Organiser's Description
Mithil Prasad Foundation's innagural 5K/10K Run & Walk supporting families affected by Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare pediatric brain tumor. Proceeds from this run help ease the financial burden for families navigating DIPG, covering critical needs such as housing, transportation, utilities, groceries, and end-of-life expenses.
Join us at Hellyer County Park or from anywhere, every step makes an impact.
For volunteering, sponsorship opportunities and more visit https://www.mithilprasadfoundation.org/tmar
Share Your Walk or Run Photos! We'd love to see your event moments! Post your photos on Instagram and tag us at @mithilprasadfoundation and use the hashtag #TheMeAwesomeRun so we can find and share them!
Join us at Hellyer County Park or from anywhere, every step makes an impact.
For volunteering, sponsorship opportunities and more visit https://www.mithilprasadfoundation.org/tmar
Share Your Walk or Run Photos! We'd love to see your event moments! Post your photos on Instagram and tag us at @mithilprasadfoundation and use the hashtag #TheMeAwesomeRun so we can find and share them!
Races
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5k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$40.00
Make it a family day at Hellyer County Park, San Jose, CA. Whether youre running or walking the 10K, or just getting out for some fresh air, this event is for all ages and all paces. Strollers welcome. Grandparents encouraged. Friends, neighbors - everyone invited. Every step we take, near or far helps lighten the financial burden for families facing the deadliest pediatric brain tumor. Post your walk/run photos and tag us (@mithilprasadfoundation) + use #MeAwesomeRun -
10k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$50.00
Make it a family day at Hellyer County Park, San Jose, CA. Whether youre running or walking the 10K, or just getting out for some fresh air, this event is for all ages and all paces. Strollers welcome. Grandparents encouraged. Friends, neighbors - everyone invited. Every step we take, near or far helps lighten the financial burden for families facing the deadliest pediatric brain tumor. Post your walk/run photos and tag us (@mithilprasadfoundation) + use #MeAwesomeRun -
5k
Incl. T-Shirt
$40.00
Make it a family day - wherever you are! Whether youre running or walking the 10K, or just getting out for some fresh air, this event is for all ages and all paces. Strollers welcome. Grandparents encouraged. Friends, neighbors - everyone invited. Choose your route. Pick your time. Move together from wherever you call home. Every step we take, near or far helps lighten the financial burden for families facing the deadliest pediatric brain tumor. Post your walk/run photos and tag us (@mithilprasadfoundation) + use #MeAwesomeRun. -
10k
Incl. T-Shirt
$50.00
Make it a family day - wherever you are! Whether youre running or walking the 10K, or just getting out for some fresh air, this event is for all ages and all paces. Strollers welcome. Grandparents encouraged. Friends, neighbors - everyone invited. Choose your route. Pick your time. Move together from wherever you call home. Every step we take, near or far helps lighten the financial burden for families facing the deadliest pediatric brain tumor. Post your walk/run photos and tag us (@mithilprasadfoundation) + use #MeAwesomeRun.
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Location
985 Hellyer Avenue, San Jose, 95111, CA, United States
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