Run for Nicaragua 5K
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Event overview
Run for Nicaragua is an annual community running event held in Yorktown, Virginia. The event offers the following race options:
- 5K
- One Mile Fun Run
- Virtual 5K
The 5K is a competitively timed event. The One Mile Fun Run is not timed, and the Virtual 5K does not include awards. All 5K finishers receive a participant medal. The event is described as rain or shine, and participants take part at their own risk. Raffle prizes, refreshments and games are provided during the event.
Location, charity and community activities
The event location is 1420 Lakeside Drive, Yorktown, VA 23692, US. Since 2019 the race has raised over $50,000 to build homes in Nicaragua. The organizers stated a 2025 fundraising goal of $20,000 to build homes in the Carlos Fonseca Barrio; each home is listed as costing $2,000. Proceeds are also used for school supplies, furniture and other family needs.
A local food drive is part of the event. Donated non-perishable items support the Thrive Peninsula food bank; common needs listed include cereal, crackers, jelly or jam and canned vegetables. Donors receive raffle tickets for a food drive prize, which is drawn after the awards ceremony. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
