Please join Westerville Education Challenge (WEC) at McCann Stadium on August 24th for the Night of Hope. We will be hosting a 5k walk/run and 1 Mile Dash on Westerville North High School's cross country course as well as a children's Fun Run on the track. This will be an inclusive and accessible event to celebrate the lives of those we've lost to suicide while providing resources to serve those in crisis. Money raised from the event will provide direct mental health support in Westerville City schools and community such as Hope Squad in the high schools and Twinkle the Canine Companion. We hope to see you there!
Schedule
- 5:30 pm Open Packet Pick-up/Day of Registration
- 6:00 pm Kona Ice (until 8 pm)
- 6:15 pm Family Fun Run Start
- 6:45 pm 5K Start
- 6:50 pm 1 Mile Walk Start
- 7:30pm Luminaries and Program
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.
Shirts and Awards
All participants who register by August 5th for the 5K and 1 Mile Walk will be guaranteed to receive a shirt in the size they ordered during registration.
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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 Laura Hammer at laurakehoehammer@gmail.com or Kevin Ford at kmford2016@gmail.com.
Registration fees
5K Run/Walk - Adult Closed
Run or walk 3.1 miles. All participants will be timed.
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$35.00
5K Run/Walk - Youth Closed
Youth 17 years and younger
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$20.00
1 Mile Walk - Adult Closed
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$25.00
1 Mile Walk - Youth Closed
Youth 17 years and Under
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$15.00
Family Fun Run Closed
No cost to participate
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FREE
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 August 5th in the 5K and 1 Mile events.
Q: HOW DO I VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT?
A: Check out our Volunteer page for all of the different volunteer opportunities.
Q: WHAT ARE 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: Restroom 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 McCann Stadium at Westerville North HS
Jim McCann Stadium is located at 950 County Line Rd, Westerville, OH 43081. There is ample parking at the Stadium.
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Craig E Thompson
- Website
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