Events
ERC STRIDE 5K
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.erc-inc.org/community-solutions/signature-events/#erc-stride.
Place
Atlanta, GA US 30318
Description
Empowerment Resource Center is proud to present the ERC Stride Mental Health Awareness 5K on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the beautiful Shirley C. Franklin / Westside Park.
This inaugural event commemorates World Mental Health Awareness Day and shines a light on mental health challenges affecting Atlanta’s communities. By joining us, you’ll help mobilize resources, uplift families, and break the stigma surrounding mental health, especially for individuals who often face barriers to equitable care.
Together, let’s run, walk, and stride toward a healthier, stronger, and more resilient Atlanta. 💚
Event Highlights
✔ Elite Race Timing (Chipped)
✔ Exclusive Swag: Stadium Bag, Official Run T-Shirt, & Partner Giveaways
✔ Community Celebration at EMPOWERFEST with music, vendors, and wellness resources
✔ A Mission That Matters – your participation supports equitable access to mental health services in Atlanta
Event Schedule
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Check-In & Packet Pick-Up
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Warm-Up & Welcome Remarks
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | ERC Stride 5K Run/Walk Begins!
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EMPOWERFEST Race Celebration 🎉
Why Stride With Us?
Every step you take helps destigmatize conversations around mental health and brings us closer to a future where everyone has access to the care and support they deserve. All proceeds directly fund therapeutic sessions for low-income individuals, ensuring more people in our community have access to the care they deserve.
So grab your friends, lace up your shoes, and stride with us for awareness, action, and empowerment!
Race Contact Info
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Your support makes a difference! 💚
The ERC Stride 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health Awareness is to uplift Atlanta’s communities and break stigmas surrounding mental health. By donating, you’re helping Empowerment Resource Center provide vital behavioral health services, substance abuse recovery support, HIV care, and equitable access to care for individuals and families in need.
Every dollar raised goes directly toward:
✔ Expanding mental health resources and counseling programs
✔ Supporting individuals on their recovery journey from substance abuse
✔ Hosting free community health screenings and education events
✔ Providing wraparound support services to empower long-term wellness
No contribution is too small; together, we can create lasting change.
👉 Donate today and help us stride toward a healthier, more empowered community!
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