Lilly's Lope for Hope 5K
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Lilly's Lope for Hope : event overview
Lilly's Lope for Hope is a youth suicide awareness and prevention 5K held each October at Philomath City Park. The event is organized to raise awareness of youth suicide and to create hope for the future. The organizers note that youth suicide is the second-leading cause of death among young people.
Proceeds from the event fund mental health counseling and prevention education for youth in Benton County. The event also includes an informational Resource Fair where local organizations share services and resources, and a raffle with four prizes each valued at over $100. Raffle winners are announced after the race.
The format is a community 5K run and walk that brings together sponsors, resource partners, and participants to focus on prevention education and access to mental health supports. Local sponsors and community partners support the event and its accompanying resource activities. The event description emphasizes awareness, fundraising for youth mental health services, and connection with community resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
