Be a Blessing 5K Fun Run
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Event overview
The Be A Blessing 5K & 1M Fun Run takes place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Sam Peden Community Park in New Albany, Indiana (3037 Grant Line Road). This is the event's fifth annual edition. Distances offered:
- 5K - adult and youth divisions
- 1M - adult and youth fun run
The event is not a timed race. The course follows the paved path around the lake at Sam Peden Community Park. Proceeds support Blessings in a Backpack Floyd County; funds go toward purchasing weekend food for more than 2,000 NAFCS pre-k through 6th grade children. Blessings in a Backpack Floyd County serves students at all nine NAFCS elementary schools and three middle schools.
Registration, logistics and awards
Online registration closes October 23, 2025. Regular registration fees are listed for adults and youth; race day registration prices are higher. Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025, at the NAFCS Education Support Center (2813 Grant Line Road). Participants receive a finisher medal and an official race shirt while supplies last; shirt size guarantee requires earlier registration. All donations made through the event go to cover food costs; the top individual fundraiser and the largest registered team receive awards. If the in-person event is canceled for severe weather, registered participants will become virtual runners and a medal pickup date will be set. By registering, participants consent to use of photographs and video for promotional purposes by Blessings in a Backpack Floyd County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.