Support a community on a mission to help kids
The need is great with over 8,000 children in foster care in Arizona. We understand not everyone is able to foster or adopt, but we can all play a part in helping children and families in need. We are inviting you to join us in support of Arizona foster kids as we celebrate a morning of fun, fitness, and community.
2nd Annual Foster Care 5K+Family Day
on Saturday morning, November 22, 2025
At Kiwanis Park in Tempe
(7:30 am registration / 8:30 am start time)
You can race, run, walk, or participate virtually. Invite friends to join you on a team or fly solo. We welcome participants of all ages and abilities. Every dollar raised serves children, youth and families whose lives have been impacted by foster care in Arizona. Together we can make a difference in the lives of children in need.
The Arizona KIDS Consortium is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization comprised of 20 licensing agencies contracted with the Department of Child Safety to serve foster and adoptive parents as they care for vulnerable children.
For Sponsorship opportunities contact info@azkidsconsortium.org Every day, we are helping:
- Children in need of a safe, peaceful, and loving home
- Adoptive and foster families in need of resources and advice
- Systems in need of advocacy and accountability
Learn more at KidsNeedU.com
Children ages 0-6 register for FREE* and ages 7-17 register for only $15
for the 1 Mile distance!
Prices reflected during registration.
*Must be accompanied by parent/guardian on the course at all times.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk
Price changes in 23 days 6 hours-
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$33.03
$30 + processing fee
Aug 4 – Aug 31 -
Register for 5K Run/Walk$38.35
$35 + processing fee
Now registering Sep 1 – Sep 30 -
$43.67
$40 + processing fee
Oct 1 – Nov 21
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1 Mile Fun Run
Price changes in 23 days 6 hours-
Children ages 0-6 are free of charge and ages 7-17 are $15 for the 1 Mile distance! Prices reflected during registration.
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$27.71
$25 + processing fee
Aug 4 – Aug 31 -
Register for 1 Mile Fun Run$33.03
$30 + processing fee
Now registering Sep 1 – Sep 30 -
$38.35
$35 + processing fee
Oct 1 – Nov 21
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Virtual Run
All the great swag for running wherever you are!
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Register for Virtual Run$33.03
$30 + processing fee
Aug 4 - Nov 21
Mail-in and Virtual Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing. Mail-in registrations will be accepted until November 17, 2025.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Foster 5K Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event dri-fit tech t-shirt. All you have to do is register above! Please note - your virtual packet will be mailed out the week following the event.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com
All Participants Receive:
Custom Event Finisher's Medal
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt. Option to select 'No Shirt' and receive $5 off your registration.
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups. Our age groups are the following:
- 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Event managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.
Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend.
Course Map
Race Day Information
Race Day Check In will be available beginning at 7:30am at Kiwanis Park (race location).
We accept cash, or credit card on race day (Checks are no longer accepted)
- Cost of registration on race day will be $50 for the 5K and $40 for the 1 Mile Fun Run.
We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.
No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
Leashed pet friendly
Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds due to weather.
Packet Pick-up Opportunities
Packet Pick-up is available on Friday, November 21st from 3-6pm at Road Runner Sports in Tempe (map)
- Road Runner Sports is located at 43 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, AZ 85288
You can also pickup your packet starting at 7:30am on race day.
Event schedule
- Fri, November 21, 2025 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports from 3-6pm
- Sat, November 22, 2025 7:30 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
- Sat, November 22, 2025 8:00 AM - Music and Fun Begins
- Sat, November 22, 2025 8:20 AM - 2025 Honoree Announcements
- Sat, November 22, 2025 8:30 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
- Sat, November 22, 2025 8:40 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Closes
- Sat, November 22, 2025 8:45 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run Begins
- Sat, November 22, 2025 9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)
Contact information
- Event contact
- StartLine Racing
- Phone
- +1 480-912-7878
- Website
- Visit website
