Dashing to Summer’s End 5k & 10k

Designed to bring awareness to missing persons of color and benefit the Black & Missing Foundation, Inc., ‘Hope Without Boundaries’ is an inspiring, family-friendly 5K Run/Walk held on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the National Harbor in Maryland. The racecourse takes runners and walkers along the beautiful waterfront of the Potomac River and across the Woodrow Wilson bridge for stunning scenic views. We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities and ages to bring your friends and family and join us on this day to Honor Our Missing.

"We are often the last hope for many families, and that’s why we already have plans to expand the organization to serve even more people. We can’t do any of this without the support of the community and that’s why this walk is so important.”

— Founders, Natalie Wilson & Derrica Wilson

Check out this scenic, paved route along Four Mile Run Trail in Shirlington!

When Alex Manfull died, at 26 years old, due to a neuroimmune disorder known as PANDAS, Susan and William Manfull established a Fund in their daughter’s name with the vision that no life ever again be cut short — or interrupted — by PANDAS/PANS. The Alex Manfull Fund is proud to have provided the funding to establish a repository at Georgetown University Medical Center for brains from donors diagnosed with neuroimmune disorders which, in January 2022, became the POND Brain Bank — PANDAS/PANS and Other Neuroimmune Disorders Brain Bank. We collaborate with other advocacy groups to increase awareness and advance education for physicians and mental health professionals about how to recognize and treat these disorders. If only one of Alex’s doctors had recognized PANDAS, Alex would be here today. Originally from New Hampshire, Alex died in Washington, DC in 2018. She loved to run along the Potomac so we know this race would be very meaningful to her.

Can't run with us? Help us change the Future.

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Buy Tickets, Support a Team, & Sponsor

36 Hours for PANS & PANDAS Advocacy in Motion

Your contributions to The Alex Manfull Fund will help accelerate vital research, education, and scientific collaborations needed to protect children's and young adults' brain health.

Your support can save a young person’s life.

🖤✊🏾 You Matter Juneteenth Freedom 5K - Year 3

Run. Walk. Celebrate Freedom. Give Back.

Join us for the 3rd Annual You Matter Juneteenth Freedom 5K Walk/Run, a powerful community celebration honoring Juneteenth, freedom, resilience, and collective impact. This event brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters from across the DMV to move with purpose and invest in the next generation.

Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking in reflection, or showing up to support a meaningful cause then this race is for YOU.

📍 Event Details

Date: Friday, June 19, 2026

Time: 8:00am ( Pre-Race 7:15am Warm-up & Program )

Location: Fort Hunt Park - 8999 Fort Hunt Rd Pavilion B ( further down from previous location inside the park )

Host Hotel:

https://book.passkey.com/go/youmatterjuneteenth5k

Hilton Hilton Arlington National Landing - 2399 Richmond Hwy, Arlington, VA, 22202

🎓 Giving Back to the DMV Community

A portion of the proceeds from this event will directly support the You Matter Scholarship Program.

💜 Scholarships Awarded ( Goal ):

(10) scholarships of $500 each

Awarded to college-bound high school seniors from D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area

📝 Scholarship Criteria

Must be a graduating high school senior

Must be accepted to a college beginning Fall 2026

Students will apply by submitting an essay answering:

“What does Juneteenth mean to you, and how has it impacted your life?”

📌 You do NOT have to be present at the race to win.

🔗 Apply for the Scholarship - Applications are open now

👉 Application Link:

https://form.jotform.com/Jamicka_Edwards/youmatterjuneteenth

Deadline: Monday, June 1, 2026 11:59 pm ( EST)

Recipients Notified: Monday, June 15, 2026 (via email)

Public Announcement: June 19, 2026 at the race

Winners are encouraged to attend the race celebration, but attendance is not required.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

Top 3 Male Finishers

Top 3 Female Finishers

Recognition will be given during the post-race program

🎁 Raffles & Giveaways

Stick around for exciting raffles and giveaways, generously donated by our amazing community partners and sponsors!

📲 Stay Connected for the latest updates

Instagram: @youmatterjuneteenth5k

When posting, please use:

#JuneteenthFreedom5K

#YouMatterJuneteenth5K

#YouMatterMovement

💛 Thank You

THANK YOU for believing in this mission and for your continued support.

Because of you, we are creating access, opportunity, and impact one step at a time.

You Matter.

📧 Race Contact Info: [email protected] - or

If you have questions about the race, scholarships, or sponsorship opportunities, please click the Contact the Race Director button below.