Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Distance
- Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!) · Kids Fun Run/Walk + Activities (Kids 7 and Under) · 5K Run/Walk - Tweens (8 to 11) & more
From the Organizer
Let's run/walk to help support the physical, mental, and emotional health of individuals and families. All proceeds will go towards Mindfulness Education, Community-based Outreach and Nourished Bellies programs to families in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Malawi and Madagascar.
Join in person at the beautiful Randall's Island Park in NYC. T-shirt, bib number pick up at the day of the event.
- Bib and medal (For adults, teens and children)/ T-shirt is available for purchase.
- Race bandana, bib and medal (For dogs)
- Refreshments and snacks (For everyone)
- Goodie bag for dogs and kids.
Or, Join the International Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Open Donation) includes:
- Virtual certificate
100% of proceeds benefits Faith in Children's Initiatives:
- Nourished Bellies USA: Monthly delivery of food and refreshments. Harlem - NY.
- Community Outreach USA: Yearly hygienic products distribution. Harlem - NY
- Nourished Bellies Brazil: Monthly food baskets delivery to the following communities: Águas compridas, Gravatá, Abreu e Lima - Pernambuco).
- Community Outreach: Sawing
- Nourished Bellies Madagascar: Drinkable, clean water to 3 schools and 1 village. Anklimarovahastsy, Ambosary II, Lavandradra, Seveipoty - Ambovombe.
- Nourished Bellies Canada: Food and refreshments distribution - Ontario, Toronto.
- Mindfulness Education USA: Mindfulness, meditation, sound bath and mindful reading - Long Beach, New York.
- Mindfulness Education Malawi: Mindfulness Program at Dzaleka Refugee Camp and in 20 schools - Dowa district, Lilongwe.
Follow us on Instagram: @faithinchildren to learn more about our mission and how your impact is benefiting individuals and families in different countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!) is a running event held in New York, NY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026 in New York, NY at 20 Randalls Island Park, New York, NY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Faith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
Oct 18, 2026