URI Be 5K
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Kingston, Rhode Island
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 17th annual URI Be 5K on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Kingston, Washington! This exciting 5K walk/run is dedicated to suicide prevention and mental health awareness, bringing together URI students, faculty, staff, families, and community members for a meaningful cause. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Heather Fund, which supports vital mental health programs at the University of Rhode Island in memory of Heather Vennewald, a student who tragically lost her life to suicide.
The URI Be 5K is more than just a race; it's a vibrant gathering that promotes community spirit and encourages participants to explore on and off-campus resources for mental health support. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a leisurely walk, this event promises to be an uplifting experience for everyone. Day-of registration kicks off at 8:30 AM, with the race starting at 10 AM, rain or shine. Plus, feel free to bring your furry friends along for the journey! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while having fun!
The URI Be 5K is more than just a race; it's a vibrant gathering that promotes community spirit and encourages participants to explore on and off-campus resources for mental health support. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just want to enjoy a leisurely walk, this event promises to be an uplifting experience for everyone. Day-of registration kicks off at 8:30 AM, with the race starting at 10 AM, rain or shine. Plus, feel free to bring your furry friends along for the journey! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while having fun!
Organiser's Description
The University of Rhode Island Counseling Center is hosting the 17th annual Be 5K, URI's 5K walk/run for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. All proceeds from the URI Be 5K will go directly to the Heather Fund. This fund was established in memory of Heather Vennewald, a URI student who was lost to suicide.
The Heather Fund provides support for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the URI community. In addition to raising funds, the URI Be 5K is a dynamic and high energy event for URI students, faculty, staff, families and community members to explore on and off-campus resources and discover ways we can all contribute to suicide prevention and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
The Be 5K takes place rain or shine. Pets welcome!
Race Info.: Day-of registration starts at 8:30AM and walk/run starts at 10AM.
The Heather Fund provides support for suicide prevention and mental health programs in the URI community. In addition to raising funds, the URI Be 5K is a dynamic and high energy event for URI students, faculty, staff, families and community members to explore on and off-campus resources and discover ways we can all contribute to suicide prevention and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
The Be 5K takes place rain or shine. Pets welcome!
Race Info.: Day-of registration starts at 8:30AM and walk/run starts at 10AM.
URI Be 5K
