Delco Run for Heroes 5K
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Delco Run for Heroes 5K
The Delco Run for Heroes is an annual 5K Run/Walk in Delaware County Pennsylvania held to benefit the Delaware County Hero Scholarship Fund. The 2026 event marks the 25th anniversary and takes place on Sunday October 11 2026 at the Springfield Township Municipal Complex, 50 Powell Road, Springfield PA. The event is held rain or shine.
The race is electronically timed by Run The Day. Awards include cash prizes for the top runners overall and for runners over 40 years old, age group awards for the top male and top female in multiple age categories such as 14 and under, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70 to 79 and 80 plus. Walkers receive gift card prizes and a plaque is presented to the fastest Police Department Fire Company and EMS team based on four member teams. One prize is awarded per participant.
Refreshments provided include bagels coffee and water. Since its start in 2001 the Run for Heroes has raised over $875 000. A range of local sponsors support the event across multiple sponsor levels including major platinum gold silver bronze and patron sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
