Strides of Hope 5K

Events

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://bereavementcenter.org/strides-of-hope/.

Description

Welcome to the 3rd annual Strides of Hope 5k Run/Walk! This event will help raise funds for The Center for Loss and Bereavement. For over 20 years, The Center for Loss and Bereavement has served our community as a non-profit organization that provides professional counseling, support services, and education for families, individuals, and organizations dealing with loss and grief. Located in Skippack Village in Montgomery County, the Center offers a warm and safe atmosphere that allows for expressing and exploring those thoughts and emotions associated with the grief process. For more information on our mission, services, and ways to support, please visit our main website at www.bereavementcenter.org

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pick Up
Date:
Friday, April 12, 2024
11:00AM - 1:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM

Location:
The Center for Loss and Bereavement
3847 W. Skippack Pike
Skippack, PA

Race Day Packet Pick Up
Date:
Saturday, April 13, 2024
7:30AM - 8:30AM

Location:
Heebner Park - Small Pavilion
1721 S. Valley Forge Rd., Collegeville, PA 19426

Participants may their pick up packets for other members of their team or party.

Event Parking

All event parking is located at Central Schwenkfelder Church:
2111 S Valley Forge Rd, Lansdale, PA 19446 (a 3 minute drive from the event location). Shuttles will be provided between the locations.

We recommend entering the parking lot from Fischer Road. There will be free parking available on both sides of the church. Starting at 7am, a shuttle will take you to and from Heebner Park, and will run approximately every 15 minutes. Shuttles will pick up participants by the entrance to the church. Please follow instructions from on-site staff (in orange shirts) for loading and unloading.

Anyone who uses a wheelchair or has mobility issues may reserve a parking spot at Heebner Park. Please email Marta at mlawler@bereavementcenter.org if you have not previously completed a parking survey.

Amenities

All participants guaranteed to receive a t-shirt (if registered by 3/15/2024), refreshments, water stations, and snacks. In addition, kids fun run participants will receive a medal!

Fundraising

The Strides of Hope 5K has provided funding for The Center for Loss and Bereavement to support their mission - being a resource of specialized knowledge and professional support to provide meaningful connection and restorative guidance for those impacted by grief.

Participants have the option to fundraise individually or as part of a team and have the opportunity to receive incentive prizes!

Awards will be given to individual fundraisers who reach designated fundraising levels. Incentives are:

$1000- Stanley Tumbler

$500- Belt bag

$250- Ceramic Campfire Mug

*Fundraising deadline to receive incentives is April 5, 2024

We are excited to share that the highest fundraising team captain gets a one week stay at an 8 bedroom, 7 1/2 bath beachfront home in North Myrtle beach, Cherry Grove area, South Carolina! Award will be based on fundraising standings on April 12, 2024 at 5:00pm.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Team race registration fees are not included in the team fundraising totals for award determination.
Available dates for rental is November 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025, excluding Thanksgiving and Easter, subject to availability (Dates are non-negotiable).
Departure cleaning is included.
Guest will provide their own linens or can rent from a local company.
No pets, smoking, motorcycles, or house parties.
Travel is not included.

Race Awards

The Strides of Hope 5K is a chip-timed race. Special Prizes will be awarded to the following 5K finishers:

Best Time Overall (Male / Female)
Best Time (Male / Female): UNDER 18
Best Time (Male / Female): 18-30
Best Time (Male / Female): 31-40
Best Time (Male / Female): 41-50
Best Time (Male / Female): 51-65
Best Time (Male / Female): 65+
The "Gracie Award": 1st place Dog

Course Map

The course will start and finish at Heebner Park and includes paved and packed gravel trails.

5K interactive map:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2490659

1 Mile Walk/Kids Fun Run interactive map:
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2137163

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Event Schedule

7:30 am - Check-In and Race Day Registration opens
8:15 am - Kids Fun Run
8:30 am - 1 Mile Fun Walk Start
8:50 am - Announcements
9:00 am - 5K Run/Walk starts
10:30am - Awards Ceremony
10:45am - Moment of Remembrance

Entry Fees

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS 4/13/2024 at 8:00am

$40 for 5K Walk/Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk ($35 if registered before 2/1/2024)
$20 for Kids Fun Run

Day-of Registration will be $45!

Memorial Add-On

Honor the memory of someone with Memorial Photo Dedication Sign. For a $100 donation, you can honor and celebrate the life of a cherished person who has passed away.

Here's what the add-on includes
🌟 A 12x18 personalized photo tribute displayed along the race course, ensuring your loved one's memory is woven into the fabric of the event.
💖 A contribution that goes beyond the race, making a difference in the lives of those in need.