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New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K

New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K is a running race on February 6, 2027 in Anderson, SC.

Date
February 6, 2027 (98 days to go)
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

NEW FOUNDATIONS HOME FOR CHILDREN Cocoa 5K Join us for a fun-filled Cocoa 5K to benefit New Foundations Home for Children! Saturday, February 6, 2027 Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center · Anderson, SC ABOUT THE RACE

Join us for a fun-filled Cocoa 5K to benefit New Foundations Home for Children!

We welcome and encourage all participants. Whether your goal is to race for first place or to enjoy time with friends or family, we would love to have you join in to support the children and families of New Foundations!

RACE DAY DETAILS DATE Saturday, February 6, 2027 LOCATION Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center (ball fields) 3027 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Anderson, SC 29625 PACKET PICKUP Race day, starting at 8:15 AM. WEATHER Rain or shine; may be canceled in the event of severe weather PARKING Parking is available at the ball fields. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your start to park and check in, follow any posted signs or volunteers, and carpool if you can. THE EVENTS 9:00 AM Cocoa 5K Timed event on mostly paved paths. Virtual Option Virtual 5K. RACE MORNING TIMELINE 8:15 AM Check-in and packet pickup open; race-day registration open on your phone until the start 8:45 AM Pre-race announcements and course briefing 9:00 AM Cocoa 5K starts 9:55 AM Awards (results are live on the race page as runners finish) 10:15 AM Course closes COURSE

The course is a timed event covering mostly paved paths throughout the Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center complex.

This event is rain or shine but may be canceled in the event of severe weather.

Start/Finish on Google Maps RACE AWARDS

Awards are by gun time.

Top 3 overall male & female

ABOUT NEW FOUNDATIONS HOME FOR CHILDREN

Based in Anderson, New Foundations was founded in 1974 and serves foster and at-risk children and families throughout South Carolina. New Foundations offers in-home family preservation services, foster home services, and residential services, all to help children and families heal from trauma and other mental health challenges.

New Foundations is a nationally accredited, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. We are committed to securing the future for children and families, whatever it takes!

PART OF THE UPSTATE GIVING SERIES

This race is one of the community charity races in the Upstate Giving Series, which connects local races with the Upstate nonprofits they support. Every finish counts toward the series standings.

Upstate Giving SeriesSeries Standings RACE POLICIES

No refunds: all registrations are final.

RACE DAY PHOTOS LET'S STAY CONNECTED Race WebsiteFacebookContact the Race Director Questions? Use the contact form below or tap the chat button in the corner.

Typical Conditions

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

55°

Typical Low

34°

Chance of Rain

34%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Anderson Co Ap, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:24 AMSunset 6:05 PMDaylight 10h 40m

About Anderson, SC

City Elevation

749 ft

Nearest Airport

GSP

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 40 mi

Major Hub

CLT

Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 112 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K
Date
February 6, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K?
New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K is a running race held in Anderson, South Carolina on February 6, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K?
Saturday, February 6, 2027 in Anderson, South Carolina at 3027 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

New Foundations Home for Children - COCOA 5K

Feb 6, 2027

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