1911 Initiative 5k Scholarship Run/Walk
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BEAT THE BRIDGE 5K CHALLENGE - 1911 Initiative Scholarship run/walk
The second annual BEAT THE BRIDGE 5K CHALLENGE is scheduled for June 13, 2026 in the Village of Matteson, IL at 20642 Matteson Ave. The event is hosted in partnership with the Village of Matteson and organized by the 1911 Initiative as a grassroots fundraiser to support college scholarships and paid internships. The event page lists a participant count of 284 and notes that the organization is funded by individual supporters rather than large corporate donors.
The event offers the following options:
- 5k Run/Walk
- Virtual
Each event lists a registration fee of $55 and includes a shirt and finisher medal. Medals are limited to the first 200 registrants. The 5K is chip timed and a clock at the finish line will display times. Awards are given to the top three males and top three females overall and to the top three finishers in multiple age groups, including 7 & under, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 plus. The event page also lists local vendors, food for purchase, and vendor booths. The event theme Beat the Bridge references the Matteson Bridge at mile 3 of the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
