Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Roxborough, PA

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable to other races.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/16/2026

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Step Forward for Something Bigger Than Yourself

Lace up your shoes and join hundreds of community members coming together for a powerful

cause. The Steps for Change 5K is more than a race — it’s a movement of compassion, action,

and hope.

Together We Can Change, Inc. https://together-we-can-change.org serves individuals experiencing homelessness across Philadelphia, Coatesville and Wilmington. Every step you take helps provide meals, clothing, hygiene essentials, and empowerment programs that restore dignity and create real pathways to stability.

Why Participate?

You’re Not Just Running — You’re Changing Lives

• All Participants Receive: Official race bib, finisher medal, and professional chip timing

• Awards: Fastest overall male and female finishers

• Options: Participate in-person or virtually — wherever you are!

• Teams Welcome: Bring coworkers, friends, or family and multiply your impact

Our Impact in Action

Because of supporters like you, we can deliver:

• Thousands of meals served annually

• Hundreds of dignity and hygiene kits distributed

• Street and shelter outreach programs

• Volunteer mobilization that builds community and trust

We don’t just meet needs — we build hope, relationships, and opportunity.

Every Registration Makes a Difference

Your $39 registration directly funds critical support services for individuals and families

experiencing homelessness. Can’t attend? You can still support the mission by donating by

clicking on the DONATE button at the top of the site and don’t forget to check if your

employer offers matching gifts to double your impact.

Join the Movement

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or cheering from the sidelines, your

participation matters. Let’s come together as a community and show that small steps — taken

together — create meaningful change.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

We offer multiple tiers designed for small businesses, corporations, and community partners —

each with increasing brand exposure and engagement benefits.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Colonial School District Education Foundation 5K

Sunday April 12th, 2026 Rain or Shine!

This 5K race will support the Colonial School District Education Foundation's mission to build community connections and generate resources for expanding and enriching programs that promote excellence in the Colonial School District.

New this year: New to running a 5K? We will be offering 2 group runs leading up to race day and the opportunity to "Ask the Coach" for training tips from one of our very own Colonial School District Teacher and Running Enthusiast, Shana Genkin!

Group runs will take place on March 8th and March 22nd. Ask our coach your questions Shanaduff@aol.com

Race Details: Course (both 5K and 1.5 mille walk) will start at the high school stadium and travel through the high school campus, Victory Fields, and finish back at the stadium. The course will be on a mostly paved surface. Registration by 3/27/26 guarantees a race t-shirt. Complimentary refreshments will be provided at the end of the race. A water station, with water and BodyArmor, will be provided along the course.

Race Results: Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Race bibs and shirts will be available for pick up at sign in on race day, starting at 8am.

Questions: Contact our Race Director Alyson Stern alyson_jill@yahoo.com

We are thankful for the partnership of the following local businesses who have graciously sponsored this event:

John Kennedy Subaru

Kanze Heating and Plumbing

State Farm- Colleen Higgins

Limitless

Erica Staley Photography

Pathways to Progress Occupational Therapy

A Whisk Worth Taking

Yoga6 Conshohocken

Sanctuary Blu

KG Salon and Spa

Stretch Lab Flourtown

Yoga Home

If you are interested in being a sponsor for this race, please visit:

Foundation 5K Sponsor

Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards 18& Under, 19-39, 40 & Above

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/31/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Lace up, show up, and help make a difference!

Our 5K isn’t just about crossing the finish line, it's about coming together for a cause that matters. All proceeds from this event will support the Kinney Center at St. Joseph's University.

Whether you're joining to race, jog, or just enjoy the energy, we’re bringing students, the local community, and businesses together for a day of fun, fitness, and impact!

Packet Pick Up: Event day beginning at 7:45AM!