AVDA's Race for Hope
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AVDA's 27th Annual Race for Hope
AVDA's 27th Annual Race for Hope takes place on November 14, 2026 in Lake Worth, Florida. The event raises funds for AVDA programs and services for survivors of domestic abuse and their children. AVDA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; donations are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Distances and formats
- 5K Run/Walk
- 5K Run/Walk with pet
- 100 yards Kids Dash
- Virtual 5K
Packet pickup is available the week before the event at Runner's Edge in Boca Raton, with day-of packet pickup also offered. Race packets include a race bib and a t-shirt; finisher medals are provided to the first 500 registrants.
The 5K course is USATF certified and will be timed by AccuChip Timing, USA. All in-person participants receive a timing tag and bib; failure to wear the tag disqualifies a participant from scoring. There is a 90 minute time limit to complete the 5K.
The Kids Dash is a single untimed wave for ages 6 and under, 100 yards long, with medals for all children who participate. Pets are welcome in the 5K pet category; pets and their owners must both be registered and pet owners are asked to start at the rear for safety. Hometown Hero 5K categories offer discounted registration for active Palm Beach County police, firefighters, and eligible military personnel. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
