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Description
The team at Project 99 invites you to join us for the Lights for Life 5K, our signature mental health and suicide awareness campaign. This year’s virtual event continues our mission to shine a light on suicide prevention and bring the conversation "out of the dark." Your participation helps us spread hope, raise awareness, and ensure that no one feels alone in their struggles.
By running, walking, or supporting this 5K, you are directly contributing to our efforts to educate local students and the broader community about mental health and suicide prevention. Project 99 Play for Life, Inc., is so grateful for the generous support that allows us to make an impact today and grow our mission for the future. All additional donations are tax-deductible and will help us expand our educational outreach, keeping students engaged and encouraging them to "stay in the game" and play for life.
In addition to participating in the race, we encourage youth to get involved behind the scenes, with opportunities to volunteer in event planning, preparation, and execution. Together, we can continue to build a community where mental health is prioritized, and no one is left in the dark.
Let's bring hope, awareness, and prevention into the light.
What is Lights for Life 5k?
Every year, we gather as a community to bring awareness to issues surrounding mental health and suicide. The Lights for Life 5K is Project 99’s biggest awareness campaign—it brings students, school staff, families, and the community together to organize, plan, and implement an event to bring light to the sometimes taboo subject of suicide.
This event allows us to not only share information about signs of suicide and resources to support those in crisis but our local Murrieta, CA students are involved in all aspects of this race. They design and manufacture the medals, paint inspirational rocks, design race shirts, and take part in supporting the annual 5K.
Why is this important? If students hear our messages of hope, they are more likely to reach out when they need help.
What’s Included in Your Lights for Life 5K Entry
When you sign up for the Lights for Life 5K, you’re not just supporting a cause—you’re joining a vibrant community of individuals committed to making a difference. Here’s everything you’ll receive as part of this meaningful experience:
Custom Race T-Shirt: Wear your mission with pride! Our exclusive race t-shirt is designed to spread awareness and show your commitment to bringing suicide prevention and mental health out of the dark.
Support Bead Necklace: Symbolize your solidarity with others by wearing this bead necklace, reminding us all that we are stronger together.
Local Business Discounts & Deals: Enjoy amazing perks with special offers from our community’s generous local businesses, all in support of your participation.
Student-Painted Inspirational Rock: A personal touch, each rock is hand-painted by local students and carries a unique message of hope and inspiration to brighten your journey.
Custom Wooden Ornament Medal: Celebrate your accomplishment with a beautifully designed, student-crafted wooden medal—an inspiring keepsake for your dedication to the cause.
Online Community Engagement Calendar: Stay involved with our schedule of virtual challenges and activities, designed to keep you connected with other participants as we raise awareness together. Plus, by joining our daily social media challenges, you can earn additional entries to increase your chances of winning prizes!
"Pay It Forward" Card: Your card encourages you to spread kindness and hope—pass it along to someone in need of a little extra light.
Inspirational Video Link: Gain access to an inspiring video, created by someone deeply connected to our mission, that highlights the importance of this cause and shows how your participation is making a meaningful and lasting difference.
Raffle Entry for Amazing Prizes: As a participant, you’ll automatically be entered into our raffle for a chance to win one of our exciting prizes on race day!
Feeling Competitive? Be sure to submit your finish time and check out your placement in the results!
- Packet Pick-Up Option
For local participants, free packet pick-up will be available on Friday, December 13th in Murrieta, CA. The exact time and location will be posted here and the Project99.org race page once confirmed. Stay tuned for updates! - Shipping Option
If you prefer to have your race packet delivered, we offer convenient shipping to your doorstep (available for US participants only). Please note, we can ship up to two race packets per package. If you're registering multiple participants at the same address, shipping is only required for every two packets.
1-2 Packets = $10
3-4 Packets = $20
Reach Out
If you or someone you know is struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. They are available 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255. Whether you need someone to talk to or want to share this number with a friend in need, help is always just a call away.
Volunteer
We believe in the power of community—together, we can create real change. By volunteering or sponsoring, you’re not only helping us host a successful race but also amplifying our message, ensuring it reaches more people who may benefit from our mission.
Volunteers are essential in all stages of race planning. Your time, energy, and passion make all the difference. We also partner with local businesses as sponsors, creating a collaborative effort that strengthens the impact of this event within our community.
Contact us through the button below.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Sponsor Our Race
By sponsoring, businesses demonstrate their commitment to social good, gaining visibility while making a meaningful contribution.
Place
#395
Murrieta, CA US 92562
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