Poor Man's Run

FEB
28
2026
This community run benefits the St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy, which provides affordable medications. Choose from a 5K or a 1-mile fun run in Monroe, Louisiana. After finishing, stick around for the event's first-ever car show.
Sat 28 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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About the Event

The Poor Man's Run is organized by the ULM College of Pharmacy and benefits the St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy. This nonprofit pharmacy provides medications to patients who could not otherwise afford them. All funds raised from the run go directly to the Monroe location of the pharmacy.

Event Distances

The event offers two distances:

  • A 5K run.
  • A 1 Mile fun run.

Practical Information

The event takes place in Monroe, Louisiana, at 1800 Bienville Dr. Runner packets can be picked up on Friday before the event at the ULM College of Pharmacy or on the morning of the run. Refreshments will be provided along the course, and the race is timed by the Ouachita Valley Road Runners. An awards ceremony follows the runs. Registrants who sign up before a specified date in February receive a t-shirt with their registration. After the runs, the event will host its first car show. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
1 Mile Fun Run