Events
Just for Kids!
Kids Obstacle Course
Price:
$10
Time:
8:15AM EDT
- 8:45AM EDT
Registration ends October 9, 2026 at 11:00am EDT
Open to ages 12 and under.
Lace up, get timed, and let the fun begin!
Steps for Hope 5K Run
Price:
$30
Time:
9:00AM EDT
- 10:30AM EDT
Price increases after October 9, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
5K Walk with family and friends!
Steps for Hope 5K Walk
Price:
$25
Time:
9:00AM EDT
- 10:30PM EDT
Price increases after October 9, 2026 at 12:00am EDT
Thank you to our amazing sponsors!
Humanitarian Sponsors
Patron Sponsors
Missionary Sponsors
Guardian Sponsors
Steward Sponsors
Neighbor Sponsors
Race Description
Our Steps for Hope, Strides for Mental Health event in partnership with Bates College takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, on the Bates campus. The event features a 5K Walk/Run and Kids Obstacle Course. All funds raised through this event will support the expansion of behavioral (mental) health programs at St. Mary’s. Every participant, donor and sponsor grow access to services for people across Maine who require hospitalization because of serious mental illness.
Location
Bates College
2 Andrews Road
Lewiston, ME 04240 US
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Contact Us
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Yes, the bathrooms in Commons will be open to the public during the event.
Yes all participants will receive a shirt and award will be given out. For more informaiont visit the Runner Awards Page.
Yes, same day registration will be available starting at 8am.
Yes
Merrill Gymnasium
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