Come Run and Walk with us to support and Shine a Light on Mental Health For All in Our Community on Saturday evening, September 17!
Please join Westerville Education Challenge (WEC) at McCann Stadium on September 17th for the Night of Hope 5K and Family Fun Run. There will be a short fun run for small children, a 1 mile walk or run, and a 5K walk or run. The evening will end with luminaries “to light up the night” in recognition of those impacted by mental health and suicide.
About the Course
This 5K and 1 Mile will take place at Westerville North High School on their cross country course. A cross-country course is not paved and takes place entirely on grass and earthen pathways. Walkers are welcome, but please do refrain from walking side-by-side in the woods so that others may pass easily. If you have a jogging stroller that works well "off-road", that would be a great option. A traditional stroller would not be a good fit for this course.
Schedule of Events
- 6:00 p.m. - 5K Run/Walk
- 7:00 p.m. - 1 Mile Run/Walk
- 7:30 p.m. - Family Fun Run
- 8:00 p.m. - Luminaries and Moment of Silence.
Shirts and Awards
All participants who register by September 12 for the 5K and 1 Mile Walk will be guaranteed to receive a shirt in the size they ordered during registration.
Event Food And Drink
- Light snacks and water will be provided to participants as they complete the course.
- Westerville North concessions will have hot dogs, chips and drinks for purchase.
- Kona Ice Truck will be onsite.
Why Participate?
WEC is hosting this event to promote community, education, and unity to raise awareness about mental health and to combat mental health stigmas.
Since 2009, Westerville Education Challenge has impacted over 10,000 students in Westerville City Schools through the support of programs like Challenge Day, Middle School Transition Events, Middle School Culture Summits, mentoring clubs, teacher grants and its newest initiatives, Hope Squad, Parent Prep and Social-Emotional Resource Center (SERC). Over 1,500 community volunteers and forty corporate and community sponsors partner with WEC, and together have contributed thousands of volunteer hours and raised over $350,000 in donations.
Interested in taking part in the event as a Sponsor?
Get your product, service, or organization in front of Central Ohio health and fitness enthusiasts. If interested in becoming an event sponsor or exhibitor, please contact Kristan Robertson at kri0812@gmail.com or Lauren Hoffman at laurenleshnockhoffman@gmail.com.
Registration fees
5K Run/Walk Closed
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Run or walk 3.1 miles. All participants will be timed.
- Online registration closed
1 Mile Walk Closed
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Untimed family fun walk.
- Online registration closed
FAQ
Q: WHERE SHOULD I PARK FOR THE NIGHT OF HOPE 5K AND 1 MILE WALK?
A: There is plenty of parking at Jim McCann Stadium. We do encourage all participants to carpool where possible to save on emissions and support the environment.
Q: IS THE NIGHT OF HOPE A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT?
A: Yes.
Q: HOW ARE THE FUNDS RAISED FROM THIS EVENT USED?
A. All proceeds from this event go towards programs and services to support mental and emotional initiatives.
Q: OK, I AM A RUNNER OR WALKER, WHAT DO I DO FIRST?
A: Look for the registration/check-in tent.
If you have pre-registered, look for that sign marked “Pre-Registration”. Check in with the volunteers. You will be given your event shirt, event race bib (5K & 1 Mile Walk only), and swag bag.
If you have not pre-registered, look for the sign that says “Registration”.
Q: DO I GET A T-SHIRT?
A: T-shirts will be available for everyone who pre-registers by September 1.
Q: HOW DO I VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT?
A: Check out our Volunteer page for all of the different volunteer opportunities.
Q: WHAT IS THE COURSES LIKE?
A: The course is a fun course that features the trails and cross country course around McCann Stadium.
Q: WHAT IF I GET THIRSTY DURING THE RUN/WALK?
A: Please hydrate well before your run or walk. The 5k course will have a water station at the approximately halfway point of the course. There will be water at the finish line.
Q: WHAT IF I HAVE TO USE THE RESTROOM?
A: Bathroom facilities will be available at the event site.
Q: SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT EVENT! WHO MADE ALL OF THIS POSSIBLE?
A: YOU WILL through your participation!! Also, we have a number of local, caring businesses helping us out. Some of them are mentioned on the Corporate Sponsor page. You can check out the rest of them on signs that will be all over the event site. Also, a number of great companies have donated their products and services to help make this possible.
Directions to Jim McCann Stadium
Jim McCann Stadium is located at 950 County Line Rd, Westerville, OH 43081. There is ample parking at the Stadium.
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Running and Walking Course Information
About the Course
This 5K and 1 Mile will take place at Westerville North High School on their cross country course. A cross-country course is not paved and takes place entirely on grass and earthen pathways. Walkers are welcome, but please do refrain from walking side-by-side in the woods so that others may pass easily. If you have a jogging stroller that works well "off-road", that would be a great option. A traditional stroller would not be a good fit for this course.
Event schedule
- Sat, September 17, 2022 4:30 PM - On-site Packet Pick-up/Registration
- Sat, September 17, 2022 5:45 PM - 5K run/walk formation begins
- Sat, September 17, 2022 6:00 PM - 5K run/walk begins
- Sat, September 17, 2022 6:50 PM - 1 Mile run/walk formation begins
- Sat, September 17, 2022 7:00 PM - 1 Mile run/walk begins
- Sat, September 17, 2022 7:30 PM - Family Fun Run
- Sat, September 17, 2022 8:00 PM - Luminaries and Moment of Silence
Contact information
- Event contact
- Craig E Thompson
- Phone
- 6144251156
- Website
- Visit website
