Events
Welcome Run 5K
Welcome Run Kids Race (10 and under)
Description
The Welcome Run 5k (formerly known as the Run for Refugees 5k) is coordinated by The Welcome Network , a nonprofit organization based in the greater Chicagoland area that is dedicated to upholding the human dignity of some of the most vulnerable people in our community - immigrant newcomers.
Funds generated through The Welcome Run 5k will be used to continue the sustainability of The Welcome Network's Welcome Homes & Resettlement Program, which provides temporary housing to asylum seekers and refugees. The estimated cost to fund 1 of the 6 families in the Welcome Homes is between $15k-$18k per year, which includes resources like rent/utilities, food/supplies, furnishing, case management, transportation, and volunteer/church coordination services. In order to continue to bless newcomer families in their journey to safety and stability, we seek to raise enough funds to cover all 6 families in the Welcome Homes for the next year.
"The Welcome Network is dedicated to upholding the human dignity of some of the most vulnerable people in our community."
In-Person Run/Walk 5K Check in begins at 8AM | 5K Run/Walk begins at 9AM (sharp)
Virtual Run/Walk 5K Run anywhere, anytime! Please submit race times and pictures of smiling faces upon completion to: The Welcome Run Virtual 5k Form
Kids' Fun Run (<10yrs) Check in begins at 8AM | Kids' run begins after the last 5k racer is finished
The 5K is open to serious runners as well as walkers. Strollers and kids are encouraged in our family atmosphere. This event will be timed by j3 Timing to ensure timing accuracy. There will be prizes for top finishers overall and in age-group categories.
Race Contact Info
2024 Sponsors
FAQ's
Can I Run with My Pet?
Absolutely! Since the course will be in a neighborhood, pets are welcome. Please just be mindful to keep the course cleaned up after your pets and please give others space between them and your pet, as necessary along the course.
Can I participate virtually?
We encourage anyone that is not able to join us on October 4th but would still like to run/walk the 5k to sign up for the virtual race. Times will be accepted as a screenshot of your MapMyRun app entry. We'd also love to hear about the location that you selected to complete your 5k! Please send us any pictures you got during your race.
Are strollers allowed?
This is a family-friendly event and strollers are more than welcome. Children in strollers do not need to register for the event. There will be a prize for the first stroller to make it across the finish line!
Is walking allowed?
Yes, definitely! We have as many walkers as we do runners (if not more!) 3.3 miles is still 3.3 miles walking or running!
Do I have to race to be a part of this event?
We have many ways for you to still be involved if you choose not to race. You can join us to volunteer, cheer for runners, bring your kids to the kids run, enjoy some food truck deliciousness, or bring your kids to the booths and bounce house!
I still have questions, who do I contact?
If you have a question, someone else probably does too. Email gabriela@thewelcomenet.org.
Course Map
- Start at Living Word Church
- Head west on 186th St.
- Turn right on Bock Rd.
- Turn left on 183rd Pl.
- Turn right on Country Ln.
- Continue left on 183rd St.
- Turn left on Holland Rd.
- Turn left on 185th St.
- **Complete the route a second time**
- Turn left on Bock Rd.
- Turn left on 183rd Pl.
- Turn right on Country Ln.
- Continue left on 183rd St.
- Turn left on Holland Rd.
- Turn left on 185th St.
- Turn right on Bock Rd.
- Turn left on 186th St.
- Finish at the finish line back at Living Word Church
Directions
The fast, flat course will begin and end at:
Living Word Church
2248 186th St
Lansing, IL 60438
It will be a double loop around the adjoining neighborhood. The Village of Lansing will assist with blocking off necessary intersections to assist with the safety of the runners. Yard signs and mile markers will guide the race course.
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