Noah's Gift 5K
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Event Overview
The Noah's Gift 5K is an annual fundraiser held in Hernando, Mississippi, that supports grants for deserving teenagers to pursue extraordinary experiences. The event commemorates a local 16-year-old by encouraging community participation through physical activity. The race is available as an in-person event and a virtual option, allowing people to join from any location.
The event offers the following categories:
- 5K Run/Walk In-person
- 5K Skate In-person
- 5K Run/Walk Virtual
- 5K Skate Virtual
Race Day Details
The in-person course is located at 180 W Commerce Street. To ensure participant safety on the course, those in the skating category begin a few minutes before the runners and walkers. Participants may choose to run, walk, or use roller blades to complete the 5-kilometer distance. Following the conclusion of the physical events, the venue hosts a post-race gathering on the Maddox Foundation lawn featuring food and games.
Virtual Participation and Awards
Virtual participants can track their progress using the RaceJoy App, which allows for automatic result uploads, or they may post their times manually. Those participating virtually are also eligible to receive an event shirt.
Awards are presented for various achievements, including first-place overall male and female runners and age-group brackets ranging from 12 and under to 70 and over. Skaters compete for the Winged Wheels Award for the overall fastest time, with additional age-group categories. Other recognition is given to the youngest and oldest participants, the largest team, the most funds raised, and the individual who traveled the farthest to attend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
