NASFAA 2026 National Conference Charity Events

The Black Nurses of Southern Maryland, Incorporated (BNSMD) is dedicated to advancing the quality of nursing care and promoting health equity for Black communities. Through advocacy, education, and equitable access to health resources, we empower diverse populations and work to reduce health disparities in minority communities. We are also committed to supporting nurses in their professional development and career advancement by providing education, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

Join Us for the 4th Annual BNSMD Health Fair & Walk/Run!

https://bnsmd.nbna.org/

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026

📍 Hosted by the Black Nurses Association of Southern Maryland (BNSMD)

We are excited to invite you to our 4th Annual Health Fair and Walk/Run—an energizing, family-friendly event focused on promoting wellness and community connection. We would love for you to be a part of it!

Race Day Schedule

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Registration, Race Package & T-shirt Pickup

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Free Health Screenings

8:30 AM: Welcome Remarks

8:45 AM: Race/Walk Instructions & Warm-Up

9:00 AM: Race/Walk Begins

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Closing Activities & Celebration

🎽 Whether you're walking, running, volunteering, or cheering—your presence makes a difference!

For questions, please contact Race Director Latonia Ford at [email protected]/202-302-3076.

Interested in joining the Black Nurses of Southern Maryland?

Let’s promote health, celebrate community, and walk/run with purpose! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏿‍♂️💙

Join us for the Harbor Heroes 5K/10k — a scenic run that celebrates community, courage, and commitment. Lace up your shoes and race along the beautiful harbor front in honor of our nation's veterans. All donations will directly support veteran programs and services. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you're making a difference.

Be a hero for our heroes.

Race Starts: 9am but please arrive a hour early for bib pick up

Chip Timed Race

Race Start Location: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Packet Pickup: Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before the race start to check in and receive your race bib.

GreenWell Foundation: percentage of the proceeds will go to the GreenWell Foundation

1st Place: Trophy will be presented

Awards: We will award the top three men and women finalist during our post race award ceremony.

Photos: Race photos will be available the next day

Swag Bag: Swag Bag is included in the price, you will receive it after you cross the finish line

Water Station: Water stations will be along the trail.

Parking: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Extra parking will be across the street in the MGM parking garage

Race T-Shirts will be provided

Please note that Race T-Shirts are guaranteed to runners registered before October 23, 2026. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.

No matter the weather, the race will proceed as scheduled. All registrations are final and non-refundable.

The Tekau’s Heart Memorial 5K Run/1 Mile Walk is held to raise awareness about heart conditions that can occur in teens and young adults and in memory of Tekau Rasayon who passed away suddenly at the age of 17. Proceeds from the run will go towards funding a memorial scholarship in Tekau's name.

As a charitable 501(c)3 non-profit.....our mission is to raise awareness about heart conditions and heart health, with a focus on teens and young adults. And, to provide a memorial scholarship to a graduating senior that is going to college. Please visit our website at www.tekausheart.org to learn more about our organization.

Event details and schedule

EVENT SCHEDULE

Package pick-up and on-site registration: 6:30am-7:45am

Warm-up: 7:45am-7:55am

Run: 8:00am

Close-out: 12:00pm

Course Info: Woodrow Wilson Bridge

Parking Info: is available at the site parking lot.

What to bring: Water. Please stay hydrated.

What to wear: Comfortable and cool fitness attire.