You Matter 5K
- Date Sat 12th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring You Matter 5K on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the beautiful Purdue Fort Wayne Campus in Fort Wayne, Allen. Kicking off at 8:30 AM, this event is more than just a race; it's a heartfelt movement dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and mental health. Organized by the Chi Eta Sigma honor society of the graduate counseling program, the You Matter 5K aims to foster a supportive community while funding essential education opportunities for future counselors.
Participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with personalized signs of encouragement and hope throughout the course. Whether you're running in memory of a loved one or simply to promote the message that "You Matter," every step contributes to a stronger, more compassionate community. Registration includes race entry, a You Matter 5K t-shirt (if registered by August 16), and a finisher token. Plus, enjoy fun activities, vendors, and exciting raffles on race day! Don't miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating mental health awareness. Be part of something special and help invest in the future of mental health support in Northeast Indiana!
Participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with personalized signs of encouragement and hope throughout the course. Whether you're running in memory of a loved one or simply to promote the message that "You Matter," every step contributes to a stronger, more compassionate community. Registration includes race entry, a You Matter 5K t-shirt (if registered by August 16), and a finisher token. Plus, enjoy fun activities, vendors, and exciting raffles on race day! Don't miss this chance to make a difference while celebrating mental health awareness. Be part of something special and help invest in the future of mental health support in Northeast Indiana!
Organiser's Description
female sign You Matter 5K
* Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
* Location: Purdue Fort Wayne Campus
* Start Time: 8:30 AM
About the Race
* The You Matter 5K is more than just a run its a movement. Organized by Chi Eta Sigma, the honor society of the graduate counseling program at Purdue Fort Wayne, this event raises awareness for suicide prevention and mental health while funding continuing education opportunities for future counselors.
* Whether youre running in memory of a loved one, to support a friend, or simply to say "You Matter", your participation helps us build a stronger, more compassionate community.
* In addition to uplifting signs encouraging you on your journey, we will have fun stops and activities along the way!
You Matter Because
* Throughout the race course, youll see personalized signs sharing messages of encouragement, remembrance, and hope.
* Sponsors and participants can submit a name or message to appear on these signs, making each step a meaningful one.
Registration Includes:
* Race entry
* You Matter 5K t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by August 16)
* Finisher token
The race takes place on the beautiful Purdue Fort Wayne campus!
All proceeds go toward:
* All proceeds from the You Matter 5K support mental health awareness initiatives and continuing education opportunities for graduate counseling students at Purdue Fort Wayne through Chi Eta Sigma.
* Your participation helps invest in the training of future counselors who will serve individuals, families, and communities across Northeast Indiana and beyond.
* More information can be found at https://sites.google.com/view/youmatter5k/home/sponsorship
Want to Sponsor?
* We offer multiple sponsorship tiers with race-day perks, promotional opportunities, and sign placements along the course. View the full sponsorship flyer at https://drive.google.com/file/d/14WQrAJqpDBaAT4BxdTiv8b1JMd_NIafb/view?usp=sharing
RACE DAY DETAILS:
* Packet pickup is on Saturday, the morning of the race, starting at 6:45 a.m.
* Race starts promptly at 8:30.
* We have vendors, raffles, coffee, tattoos, a braid bar, and more! Come early and plan to have fun before and after the race!
* Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
* Location: Purdue Fort Wayne Campus
* Start Time: 8:30 AM
About the Race
* The You Matter 5K is more than just a run its a movement. Organized by Chi Eta Sigma, the honor society of the graduate counseling program at Purdue Fort Wayne, this event raises awareness for suicide prevention and mental health while funding continuing education opportunities for future counselors.
* Whether youre running in memory of a loved one, to support a friend, or simply to say "You Matter", your participation helps us build a stronger, more compassionate community.
* In addition to uplifting signs encouraging you on your journey, we will have fun stops and activities along the way!
You Matter Because
* Throughout the race course, youll see personalized signs sharing messages of encouragement, remembrance, and hope.
* Sponsors and participants can submit a name or message to appear on these signs, making each step a meaningful one.
Registration Includes:
* Race entry
* You Matter 5K t-shirt (guaranteed if registered by August 16)
* Finisher token
The race takes place on the beautiful Purdue Fort Wayne campus!
All proceeds go toward:
* All proceeds from the You Matter 5K support mental health awareness initiatives and continuing education opportunities for graduate counseling students at Purdue Fort Wayne through Chi Eta Sigma.
* Your participation helps invest in the training of future counselors who will serve individuals, families, and communities across Northeast Indiana and beyond.
* More information can be found at https://sites.google.com/view/youmatter5k/home/sponsorship
Want to Sponsor?
* We offer multiple sponsorship tiers with race-day perks, promotional opportunities, and sign placements along the course. View the full sponsorship flyer at https://drive.google.com/file/d/14WQrAJqpDBaAT4BxdTiv8b1JMd_NIafb/view?usp=sharing
RACE DAY DETAILS:
* Packet pickup is on Saturday, the morning of the race, starting at 6:45 a.m.
* Race starts promptly at 8:30.
* We have vendors, raffles, coffee, tattoos, a braid bar, and more! Come early and plan to have fun before and after the race!
Races
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You Matter 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 12th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
CLOSEDPark in Parking Garage 1 on Purdue Fort Wayne's campus. You will see signs directing you to packet pickup right outside the garage. Packets are located outside of Walb Student Union, under the sky bridge. Packet Pickup begins at 6:45 a.m. Race starts promptly at 8:30, so come early! We have a ton of vendors and fun things to do.
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