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Tackle The Stigma 5K &2.5K

Together, we can Tackle The Stigma. 💚

The Shepherd Hill Cheerleading program and the DCRSD community invite you to join us for Tackle The Stigma, a community Run/Walk dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and supporting vital mental health initiatives. This impactful event will take place on Sunday, September 27 at 10:00 a.m. at Shepherd Hill Regional High School.

Why We Run/Walk

Tackle The Stigma was created to raise both funds and awareness for mental health support services. Every step taken helps break down barriers, encourage open conversations, and ensure individuals struggling with mental health challenges can access the support they need without fear or stigma.

Whether you choose to walk, run, or simply cheer from the sidelines, your presence makes a difference. Together, we can show our community that mental health matters and that no one has to face their struggles alone.

All proceeds from the Run/Walk will be donated to JAK-L and Brake the Silence, two local organizations that share our mission of supporting mental health awareness and services.

Spread the Word

We welcome participants of all ages and backgrounds to take part in this community event. Attendees can also enjoy local vendors, food trucks, raffles, and more throughout the day.

Help us make Tackle The Stigma a success by sharing this event with your friends, family, and community. Together, we can make a lasting impact.


Registration fees

Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.

5K Run

  1. $39.05
    Register for 5K Run

2.5K/5K Walk

  1. $39.05
    Register for 2.5K/5K Walk

2.5K Run

  1. $39.05
    Register for 2.5K Run

Questions?

Email Melissa at mlotter9473@yahoo.com

Additional Race Info


The race course will take participants throughout the grounds of Shepherd Hill Regional High School and Dudley Middle School. The 5K race will follow a double-loop course, while the 2.5K option will be a single loop. Terrain is a mix of road and grassy areas.

Bib pick up between 8:30am-10am

Race starts at 10:00 at the track and circles back to end back on the track. 2.5k Runners/walkers would do 1 loop and 5k runners/walkers would do 2 loops before entering back onto the track to cross the finish line.

Awards for top 3 finishers.

We will do our best to accommodate all t-shirt requests, but please register before 9/13 to be guaranteed a t-shirt!

Ample parking at the high school.

Bathrooms are available on the field (Porta potties) and the school will also be open.

NO dogs please!

Please stick around after the race for raffles and to visit the vendors and food trucks!