RACE for the Orphans 5K
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Event details
The 14th Annual RACE for the Orphans 5K is scheduled for May 2, 2026 in downtown Newnan, Georgia. The event is based at First Baptist Church of Newnan, 15 W Washington Street, Newnan, GA 30263. The 5K course is USATF certified (GA19094WC) and serves as a qualifier for the Peachtree Road Race. Start2Finish Atlanta will manage the finish and use RFID chip timing. The event supports RACE for the Orphans, Inc., a nonprofit founded in 2013 focused on raising awareness, compassion and education about global orphan needs and on raising funds for area adopting families. The event has grown to over 1,000 participants and volunteers.
Race features and logistics
Distances and on-course events:
- Tot Trot for ages 5 and under
- Mia's Mile Fun Run/Walk
- 5K run
Awards and prizes include medals and cash prizes for overall 5K winners: $500 plus a free pair of shoes for 1st place, $250 for 2nd place, and $100 for 3rd place. Masters and age-group awards are also given, and the top three schools with the most participants receive Amazon gift cards. A race T-shirt is guaranteed to registrants who register by April 26, 2026. Early registration pricing changes after April 26, and a Phantom Runner option is available with purchase of a $20 T-shirt. Packet pick-up is offered Friday at Dragonfly Running Club, 10 LaGrange Street, Newnan, and on race day at First Baptist Church of Newnan. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
