Naples Youth Corp 5k/10k Run

Please join us in beautiful Naples, NY for the 2nd annual Naples Youth Corporation 5k/10k to raise money for the Naples Youth Corporation for property development to promote programming for local youth. This is our major fundraiser for the year, and our goal is to improve the condition of the property for our local youth with a long-term goal of construction of a building to host youth programming. 

Thank you to everyone who has signed up - we have reached our goal for shirts!! There will be a very limited supply of additional shirts on race day for purchase or prizes. Age Based and Family Rates available for 5 or more members!! Register for pricing options.

Saturday, May 7th 7:30-8:30am prior to race start at the Naples Youth Corp property right across from the Naples High School.  UPDATE: Our food truck will not be at the race this date due to a conflict. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you will enjoy visiting the local establishments in Naples after the race.

10min massages will be available for purchase after the race. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Naples Youth Corp. Information for youth programs will be onsite after the race, including local colleges.   

Check your basements, garages, and cars for gently used athletic gear to trade or donate for the next year at our trade table after the race!  Focus primarily on youth and teen sizes, however, adults may participate too! Any athletic gear is usable condition is welcome! You may drop off gear Friday evening from 5-7pm to 9 Academy Street or bring the morning of. 

What is the Naples Youth Corporation you may ask?? Please read our Mission and Vision for the Youth of our community:

"The Naples Youth Corporation's mission is to provide all youth of Naples and its surrounding communities a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment to explore opportunities in education, recreation, and personal growth. It owns property north of Academy street, across from the Naples High School building. This property will be developed for use by youth in Naples."

A chicken BBQ will also be available to benefit the Naples Marching Band! Please purchase tickets ahead of time at the Naples Central School office.

Planned 2022 Activities:
Music events and Performances

Gardening

Outdoor games/picnics/crafts

Outdoor movies

Educational Demonstrations

Start/Finish area for organized runs, races, hikes, walks, and bike rides

Visit Naples Youth Corp on Facebook for details of other events occurring following the race! It will be a great time to come down for a run and for an exploration of our beautiful community!