West Akron 5k Race
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location AKRON, Ohio
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 13th Annual West Akron African American Wellness 5K Race on Saturday, August 1, 2026, in Akron, Summit County! This vibrant event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of community wellness and philanthropy aimed at making a difference in the lives of local students. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, making it accessible to everyone, regardless of fitness level.
Join fellow community members as we come together to raise funds that will directly benefit schools in the Buchtel Cluster, ensuring that our children receive the necessary resources for a quality education. With the support of local organizations like United Baptist Church, the Akron NAACP, and Summa Health, this year’s race promises to be bigger and better than ever! Beyond the fun of the race, the event also highlights important health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke awareness. Whether you’re running, walking, or donating, your participation will contribute to a healthier future for our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this inspiring event!
Join fellow community members as we come together to raise funds that will directly benefit schools in the Buchtel Cluster, ensuring that our children receive the necessary resources for a quality education. With the support of local organizations like United Baptist Church, the Akron NAACP, and Summa Health, this year’s race promises to be bigger and better than ever! Beyond the fun of the race, the event also highlights important health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke awareness. Whether you’re running, walking, or donating, your participation will contribute to a healthier future for our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this inspiring event!
Organiser's Description
The 13th Annual West Akron African American Wellness 5K Race is fast approaching and we look forward to exceeding last years participation and seeing you on Saturday, August 1, 2026!
The goal of the West Akron 5k Race is to unite the community in a spirit of wellness and philanthropy while raising funds to benefit students in the community. With the support of United Baptist Church, The Akron NAACP, Summa Health, the Gus Johnson Community Foundation, CareSource, Akron Childrens Hospital, Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, this years race is on track to do just that with the help and support of our long-time sponsors. This 5K Race Initiative aims to bring awareness of disparities with diabetes, high blood pressure, and the risk of stroke among men while also supplying our schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible.
The West Akron 5K was founded by two-time Iraq war veteran and Buchtel alumni Mary Anderson (class of 1994) began the West Akron 5k in 2013 as a means of giving back to the school and community that nurtured her. We aim to unify a community around wellness and philanthropy that benefits the students in the Buchtel Cluster and citizens in Summit County and surrounding areas. The pandemic prompted us to expand into education around COVID-19, testing, and partnering with entities to provide vaccines and boosters. A goal of the 5K Run/Walk is to raise funds in order to supply our cluster schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible while also informing the community about living a healthy life.
We need your support to take both of these important issues head on! If you cant run you can walk. If you cant walk you can still donate!!!
We look forward to another successful race that will benefit the children and families within our community.
The goal of the West Akron 5k Race is to unite the community in a spirit of wellness and philanthropy while raising funds to benefit students in the community. With the support of United Baptist Church, The Akron NAACP, Summa Health, the Gus Johnson Community Foundation, CareSource, Akron Childrens Hospital, Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, this years race is on track to do just that with the help and support of our long-time sponsors. This 5K Race Initiative aims to bring awareness of disparities with diabetes, high blood pressure, and the risk of stroke among men while also supplying our schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible.
The West Akron 5K was founded by two-time Iraq war veteran and Buchtel alumni Mary Anderson (class of 1994) began the West Akron 5k in 2013 as a means of giving back to the school and community that nurtured her. We aim to unify a community around wellness and philanthropy that benefits the students in the Buchtel Cluster and citizens in Summit County and surrounding areas. The pandemic prompted us to expand into education around COVID-19, testing, and partnering with entities to provide vaccines and boosters. A goal of the 5K Run/Walk is to raise funds in order to supply our cluster schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible while also informing the community about living a healthy life.
We need your support to take both of these important issues head on! If you cant run you can walk. If you cant walk you can still donate!!!
We look forward to another successful race that will benefit the children and families within our community.
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1040 Copley Road, AKRON, 44320, OH, United States
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