Events
1/2 Mile Fun Run
Event Description
Join the Stafford Education Foundation (SEF) for a morning of movement, community, and advocacy! As part of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 16, 2026, we are lacing up our sneakers to prioritize the well-being of our students, educators, and families.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a family looking for a meaningful Saturday morning stroll, this event is for you. Every step taken and every dollar raised goes directly toward funding mental health resources, classroom grants, and wellness initiatives within Stafford County Public Schools.
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Event Location
Pratt Park
120 River Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22405 US
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Awards
5K Overall Awards
$250 - First Place Male and Female
$100 - Second Place Male and Female
$50 - Third Place Male and Female
5K Age Group Awards
$40 - First Place Male and Female in the following age groups: 12-18, 19-34, 35-49, 50+
1/2 Mile Fun Run Awards
All Fun Run Finishers will get to pick a prize from the treasure box!
Packet Pick Up
Friday, May 15th - School Board Offices (31 Stafford Ave) from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m
Saturday, May 16th - starting at 7:30am at Pratt Park (120 River Road)
Countown to Race Day!
Become A Sponsor
Presenting Sponsor - $10,000 - AVAILABLE
Your sponsorship includes:
- Exclusive opportunity to speak or present at the start/end of the race
- Exclusive naming recognition (i.e. Community Mental Health 5K presented by…)
- Dedicated brand recognition in all event marketing materials
- 15 runner Registrations
- Banner at check-in
- Organization branding on event t-shirts with premium placement.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event in a premium location.
Hope Champion - $5,000 - Available
Your sponsorship includes:
- 12 runner Registrations
- Banner at check in
- Organization branding on event t-shirts with premium placement.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event in a premium location.
Gold - $3,000 - AVAILABLE
Your sponsorship includes:
- 8 runner Registrations
- Organization branding on event t-shirts.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event.
Silver - $2,000 - AVAILABLE
Your sponsorship includes:
- 6 runner Registrations.
- Organization branding on event t-shirts.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event.
Bronze - $1,000 - Apple Federal Credit Union & Marschall Accounting Services LLC
Your sponsorships includes:
- 4 Runner Registrations.
- Organization branding on event directional signs.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event.
Top Runners - $800 - The Green Mission, Inc.
Your sponsorship includes:
- Organization branding on/at award presentations to runners.
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event.
Mental health advocates - $500 - AVAILABLE
Your sponsorship Includes:
- Organization branding on run webpage and race materials.
- Opportunity to host a table/tent at the event.
