RUNGANDA 2025
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025 – 9:00 AM
Where: Creve Coeur Lake Park, Saint Louis, MO. Tremayne Shelter.
Join us for the 8th Annual Runganda – a community fun run and charity race that brings St. Louis together to support Kawete, Uganda. Inspired by students at Christ Community Lutheran School in Kawete (where some children walk up to 4 miles to school each day), Runganda raises funds and awareness for this vibrant village.
Event Highlights
5K Run/Walk – A scenic, flat course around Creve Coeur Lake. Perfect for personal records, casual jogs, and families pushing strollers.
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk – A shorter, family-friendly route for runners, walkers, and kids of all ages. Grab a friend and enjoy a brisk mile in the park.
Jerry Can Relay (Teams of 4) – A unique Ugandan challenge brought stateside! Each 4-person team carries a water-filled jerry can in relay legs. Choose Full Jerry (5 gallons, ~44 lbs) or Half Jerry (2.5 gallons, ~22 lbs). Each member carries the can ¼ mile (four legs = 1 mile total). Test your strength and teamwork by simulating a day in the life of a Kawete villager. No straps or wheels allowed – just you, your teammates, and the heavy can. Time stops when the final team member finishes!
Support a Great Cause
100% of race proceeds support Kawete High School in Uganda through Christ Community International (CCI). Since 2013, CCI has empowered Kawete with education, healthcare, and community development. Our latest project is building a new high school for local students. By running or walking at Runganda, you are “expressing God’s love through service” and helping build a brighter future for Kawete’s children.
Who Can Run?
Everyone! Runners, walkers, families, church and school groups – all ages and abilities are welcome. Form a 4-person team of friends, family, or coworkers to tackle the Jerry Can Relay, or join solo in the 5K or 1-mile races. It’s a fun, family-friendly event with something for everyone.
Don’t miss out on the fun and inspiration – register now and make a difference with every step!
Packet Pickup Information
Packet pickup will be available at Christ Community Lutheran School (110 W Woodbine Ave, 63112) during the following times:
Thursday, 11/6 - 3:15pm-6:00pm
Friday, 11/7 - 3:15pm-6:00pm
Award Information
Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in the following age groups: 18 & under, 19 to 34, 35 to 49, 50 & Over.
The top Jerry Can Relay Team will receive a decorated Ugandan Jerry Can as an award as well.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Beth Gordon
- Phone
- 314-452-1114
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K (9:00am)
Registration closes in 1 month 7 days-
Timed 5K Run
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$44.79
$40 plus $4.79 processing fees
Jun 6 – Sep 27 -
Register for 5K (9:00am)$55.49
$50 plus $5.49 processing fee
Now registering Sep 28 – Nov 4
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1 Mile Fun Run (10:00am)
Registration closes in 1 month 7 days-
Untimed 1 mile fun run/walk
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$44.79
$40 plus $4.79 processing fees
Jun 6 – Sep 27 -
Register for 1 Mile Fun Run (10:00am)$55.49
$50 plus $5.49 processing fee
Now registering Sep 28 – Nov 4
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Jerry Can Relay (10:45am)
Registration closes in 1 month 7 days-
The Jerry Can Relay is a 4-person team event. Each team will cover a total of 1 mile — with each member carrying the Jerry Can for ¼ mile. Choose your can: Small Jerry (22 lbs) or Large Jerry (44 lbs). Teams must register with a team name. Decide before signing up, or simply list all teammate names as your “team name.” Each teammate can register separately, but you must have 4 people to complete a team. The Jerry Cans are provided by Christ Community International. Cans may be carried in any position, but no straps, wheels, or other carrying aids are permitted. Time ends when the last team member crosses the finish line. All ages are welcome!
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$44.79
per relay member - $50 plus $5.49 processing fee
Jun 6 – Sep 27 -
Register for Jerry Can Relay (10:45am)$55.49
per relay member - $50 plus $5.49 processing fee
Now registering Sep 28 – Nov 4
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