Run for Hope - Calhoun
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Event Details
The Run for Hope 5K is scheduled for May 16, 2026. It is held at the Calhoun Recreation Center in Calhoun, Georgia. This inaugural fundraising event supports Mountaintop Boys Home, a group home for teen boys and a foster care agency. The organization's mission is to provide hope and healing to children and families in crisis.
Participation Options
There are three ways to participate. The in-person 5K involves running the certified course. A virtual 5K allows participants to run, walk, or roller skate from any location at their own pace. The phantom runner option is for those who wish to support without running and includes receiving a race shirt.
Course and Awards
The event uses a certified 5K course with the designation #GA25056WC. Awards are presented in categories including Overall Male and Female, Masters Male and Female, and top three finishers in age groups from 0-9 to 70+.
Registration Information
Registration fees vary by date and participation type. For the in-person 5K, prices range from $34.09 to $44.79 including fees. Virtual 5K fees are from $28.74 to $34.09, and phantom runner fees are similar. The event has a no-refund policy unless the Refund Protection Program is enrolled in. Race management may cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
