Events
Event Description
Please join us for the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk taking place on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, at Buckeye Woods Park.
The event is presented by Thomas Schmidt (race director) as well as race board members from The Society; Medina County Special Olympics, Ohio; Integrated Community Solutions and the Knights of Columbus Council #4168.
Participants can register online at this website OR mail-in the paper registration form which is also included in the tab on this website.
Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration begins at 8:00am.
The 5K begins at 9:00am. The 1-Mile Walk begins immediately following the 5K start.
Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
Awards presented to the top 5K male and female runners overall and the top three 5K male and female runners in the following age categories:
(14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up).
Organization Mission
Integrated Community Solutions (ICS) is a nonprofit based in Medina, OH, that is dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities. Through social, educational, and self-advocacy programs, ICS cultivates essential skills for joyful, productive community living. Additionally, ICS is developing a neurodiverse residential community that offers opportunities for home ownership. This supportive environment will be designed to foster friendship, independence, and happiness, and will the first community of its kind in Ohio!
The Society, formerly known as SHC, is a nonprofit organization that has been part of the Medina County community for over 72 years. The Society partners with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their best lives. Our organization has been an advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1953. We were founded by a group of parents who wanted more for their children than life in a state institution. Over the years our services have evolved to offer community-based homes with personalized support, non-medical transportation, day programs, community inclusion activities, Camp Paradise, ombudsman services, a Resource Center and our People Together Program. While our services have grown, our vision of ensuring the individuals we serve are welcomed as active and valued members of their chosen community has remained the same.
The mission of Special Olympics Medina Ohio is to provide year-round sports training and competition. Our program starts with children age 8 to adults with intellectual disabilities. By using a variety if Olympic-type sports, our athletes are given continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness. In addition to demonstrating courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes, and the community.
All Proceeds benefit The Society; Medina County Special Olympics, Ohio; Integrated Community Solutions and Knights of Columbus Council #4168
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Event Location
Buckeye Woods Park
6335 Wedgewood Road
Medina, OH 44256 US
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