Strides for Adam

Event Details

The 7th annual Strides for Adam event takes place in Riverview, Michigan. It includes a 5K run, a 5K walk, a 1-mile reflection walk, and a virtual 5K run/walk. The event raises awareness for mental health and suicide prevention and supports a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships for students pursuing careers in service to others.

Registration and Pricing

Early registration for participants over 18 is $30, and for ages 18 and under, it is $25, valid through March 15, 2026. Prices increase after that date. Groups of three or more registering together receive a $5 discount per registration. A free entry is available with a $100 donation when registering before March 15.

Participant Amenities

All participants receive a finisher's medal and a t-shirt. T-shirt availability is guaranteed for registrations completed by March 15. The finisher's medal features a honeycomb shape with black and yellow race colors, 16 bees, and 24 rays of sun, representing symbolic elements connected to the person being honored.

Awards

Awards are given for the 5K run and 5K walk events. For the 5K run, overall male and female winners receive trophies for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Age group awards are also given. The 5K walk awards the top three male and female walkers overall. An awards ceremony is held after the race. The 1-mile walk and the virtual event do not have awards.

Logistics

The event is professionally timed. Packet pickup is available on specific days before the race at a designated location in Southgate, Michigan, and on race day at the Riverview Community Center starting at 7:30 AM. For the virtual event, race packets are mailed out the week after the event, and participants can complete their run or walk between March 22 and 29. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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