MIHEI Strides for Mothers 5K
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MIHEI Strides for Mothers 5K : August 22, 2026
MIHEI Strides for Mothers is a fundraising run and walk held at DCR's Chestnut Hill Reservation in Brighton, MA. The event supports the Maternal and Infant Health Equity Initiative's programs in Nigeria, which focus on maternal health insurance access, care navigation and referral support, community peer support, postpartum follow-up, emergency referral pathways, and future digital tools to help women recognize danger signs. The organizer notes that women in Nigeria face markedly higher maternal mortality, including deaths from preventable causes such as hemorrhage, infection, and eclampsia.
Race offerings
- 5K Run : two loops, chip timed, flat paved course, no road crossings
- 2.5K Walk : one loop around the reservoir, family friendly
Every finisher receives a custom MIHEI-branded medal with a sublimated ribbon. The course has mile markers and free parking is available at Reilly Memorial Rink; the site is accessible via Green Line C Cleveland Circle. The event is limited to 200 participants and is described as MIHEI’s first public fundraising event in the United States.
Participant packets are available via pre-race pickup at Marathon Sports in Brookline the day before the event, with a participant discount offered in store. A limited race-morning pickup is available at the start/finish area for those unable to pre-pickup. Packet contents include a bib, timing chip, safety pins, event information card, and course map. Volunteer roles include registration and check-in support, course marshals, water station and finish-line support, medal distribution, and event setup and cleanup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
