Fostering Hope 5K
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Fostering Hope 5K - White Hall Park, Richmond (August 29, 2026)
The event is a community running and family day held at White Hall Park in Richmond, Kentucky. It benefits Orphan Care Alliance, a ministry that mobilizes Christians to serve vulnerable children and families across Kentucky and southern Indiana. Orphan Care Alliance supports youth with foster care and adoption history through its Life Coaching program and through Family Support and Family Preservation ministries.
The course is a scenic loop on paved trail and roadway surfaces. The 5K is manually timed by RaceRise. Dogs on fixed length leashes and strollers are welcomed. Participants may receive commemorative race T shirts in unisex and youth sizes when they register by August 22. Event services include free race photos and a referral reward program that offers a $25 refund for referring five registered participants.
Event distances and formats include:
- 5K Run/Walk - 3.1 miles
- Kid's 1/4 Mile Dash - 0.25 miles, untimed, ages 9 and under, participation medal
- Kid's 1/4 Mile Ride on Toy Race - untimed, ages 3 to 7, bring a 6 or 12 volt ride on toy, no awards
- Virtual Runner/Walker - 3.1 miles, commemorative shirt while supplies last
Awards will be presented to the top three male and female overall finishers and to the top two male and female in each age bracket: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 plus. Volunteers are requested to help on race day and receive a commemorative race T shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
