HBCU STEM Education Run - Huntsville
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Event overview
The 6th Annual HBCU STEM Education Run is a fundraising run focused on supporting STEM education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The event is scheduled for April 1 to April 30, 2026, with in-person activities in Huntsville, Alabama at 200 Church St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. Funds raised are dedicated to an HBCU and the event's 5K supports scholarships and career resources for HBCU STEM students.
Events and registration
The event offers both in-person and virtual options:
- 1 Mile Family Fun Run/Walk (in-person and virtual)
- 5K Run/Walk (in-person and virtual)
- Half Marathon Run/Walk (virtual only)
In-person races are scheduled for April 12, 2026. Registration deadlines and price increases are published for each event; virtual registration remains open through April 30, 2026 for the virtual 1 Mile.
Partners, benefits and notes
Oakwood University is listed as an HBCU partner. The Hidden Genius Project is listed as a charity partner. The event lists participant items and benefits for 5K entrants, including an official premium tech t-shirt, optional finisher medal, a four-week virtual training program, a swag bag, a runner bib, and discounts at local attractions. Dogs and strollers are welcome. A referral program offers $5 per referral toward registration fees. The 2025 recap notes $3,524 raised, more than 80 runners from 12 states, and partnerships with 25 local Black-owned businesses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
