At the heart of the Juneteenth Run For Wellness is something deeper than a race—it’s a celebration of access, equity, and community care. The free physical and mental health groups across Indianapolis are not just participants in this event—they are the foundation of it.

These groups remove barriers that too often prevent individuals from prioritizing their health. Whether it’s a free fitness class, a walking club, a mental health support circle, or a community-led wellness program, they create spaces where people can show up exactly as they are—no cost, no judgment, just support.

The Juneteenth Run For Wellness exists to shine a light on these organizations because they are doing the work every single day. They are helping people take their first steps toward healthier lifestyles, building confidence, and creating consistent habits that change lives over time. For many, these groups are the entry point into wellness.

By bringing them together in one place, this event becomes more than a run—it becomes a hub of connection. Participants don’t just cross a finish line; they discover resources, meet leaders, and find communities they can plug into long after race day is over.

In celebrating Juneteenth—a holiday rooted in freedom and progress—we also celebrate the freedom to access health, the power of community-led change, and the progress being made by these incredible free wellness groups.

They are not an add-on to the event.
They are the reason it exists.