Event Details
3rd Annual CVIM Dr. Mary's Legacy 5K Run and Family Walk
Saturday, September 12, 2026
West Goshen Park Community Park | 9:00AM
Community Volunteers in Medicine invites you to join us for the 3rd Annual Dr. Mary’s Legacy 5K Run & Family Walk at West Goshen Park on Saturday, September 12, 2026. This event brings the community together to raise funds for CVIM, while also honoring the memory of Dr. Mary Wirshup, CVIM’s long-time Medical Director. New this year we are adding a Kids Fun Run, where kids will get the chance to take part in the action! All kids participating in the Kids Fun Run will recieve a participation medal.
Proceeds from the event support CVIM's mission of providing free, high-quality healthcare to uninsured working people with low incomes to help them live healthy, productive lives and to assure health equity in the Chester County region.This event honors Dr. Mary’s legacy as a friend to every patient and volunteer, a passionate advocate for healthcare access for all, and an extraordinarily skilled, compassionate physician. For those who wish, creative costumes are encouraged (but not required!).
Event Schedule:
- 8:00 AM: Race Bib and Tshirt Pickup
- 8:45 AM: Welcome Remarks at Amphitheatre
- 9:00 AM: 5K Race Start
- 9:05 AM: Kids Fun Run at race start
- 9:10 AM: Family Walk around West Goshen Park
- 9:45 AM: Award Ceremony at Amphitheatre
- 10:05-11:00 AM: Family Fun Day and CVIM Tours
Check out the Refreshment Tent for snacks after the race!
Race Routes:
- 5K Route: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3361173
- Family Walk Route around West Goshen Park : https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3361369 (.8 mile loop)
Prizes will be awarded to the following:
- Top 3 Overall Runners will receive $100, $60 and $40 gift card to Bryn Mawr Running Company
- Top Male and Female Runner Per Age Group (1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
- Best Costume Award
- Largest Team Award
- Highest Fundraising Team Award
Weather Policy
The CVIM Dr. Mary's Legacy Run and Family Walk is a rain or shine event.
Photography Policy
By attending this event, you grant CVIM the right to use your photograph in print, electronic, or other media including our website and/or social media.
All event setup costs will be covered for CVIM by an anonymous friend, so 100% of the proceeds will go to CVIM. Note: If you have chronic medical conditions, please check with your physician before participating.
