Family Health Day for Maternal Health Awareness 5K

Event Overview

The Family Health Day for Maternal Health Awareness 5K is a charity run event taking place at Lake Mayer Park in Savannah, Georgia, on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The event consists of a 5K run followed by a free Family Health Day open to the public. The primary goal is to raise funds and awareness for maternal health, with all proceeds benefiting the Savannah Care Center, a local non-profit pregnancy resource center.

Charity Focus

Funds raised support the Savannah Care Center in its mission to help economically vulnerable women and babies access high-quality maternal and infant care. The event also aims to spark community conversations about maternal health.

Event Details

The event includes the following components:

• A timed 5K race with registration costing $35.
• A free Family Health Day featuring health screenings, family-friendly activities, wellness resources, and a community baby shower. Attendance at the Family Health Day does not require participation in the run.

Participant Information

The start and finish lines are located next to the Pavilion at Lake Mayer Park. The course involves runners making a left turn near the parking lot and completing two laps around the park before finishing back at the pavilion. Professional timing will be provided. Free parking is available on-site, with VIP parking near the start line available for $20 per vehicle.

Awards are given for top overall male and female finishers, as well as top finishers in multiple age categories. Registered participants receive a race shirt and finisher medal, though medals are not guaranteed for registrations after April 24. Strollers are permitted but users must start at the back.

Policies

Registration is final with no refunds, deferments, or transfers. The event proceeds rain or shine, though it may be canceled in cases of extreme weather; no refunds are issued for cancellations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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