
From the Organizer
We are thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Fast & Fosterous 5K & .5K hosted by Foster Families Navigation & Resource Center! 🎉We have great shirts available for those who register Prior to June 30th! Following that there may be very limited sizing available.
📅 Date: July 11, 2026 - registration starts at 7am, Race starts at 8am -
📍 Location: Gladwin North Park/Riverwalk Disc Golf/Skate Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/K5s8djnUKPdShBvQA
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the fun, we've got a race for everyone! Lace-up your sneakers, bring your friends and family, and join us for a day filled with energy, community spirit, and support for foster families. 💙
🎽 5K for the runners
🎉 .5K for the fun-lovers (costumes highly encouraged!)
Packet Pick-Up - Friday night from 5-7pm at The Homestead (next to Redeemed Market Place) and Saturday morning beginning at 7am at Gladwin North Park.
Want to Sponsor? Sponsors Needed: Sign up here https://secure.qgiv.com/for/fastfosteroussponsorshiplevels/event/2026fastfosterous5k5ksponsorshiplevels/
Let's make history together — one step, one sprint, and one smile at a time.
Tag your running buddy and let’s make it a day to remember! 🏅
#FastAndFosterous #FFNRC5K #FosterTheFuture #RunForACause
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gladwin, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
862 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k
Jul 11, 2026