Ohio Mennonite Central Committee Run 4 Relief 1k & 5k Race

Join us on Memorial Day as we come together to support the fight against ALS. We will have a 5k run and walk all starting at the Strasburg Franklin park at 7am.

All proceeds go to ALS United Ohio. There currently is no cure for ALS but treatments can help manage symptoms for this progressive disease.

Shirts:

We offer size Adult Small to X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. T-Shirts will be limited after May 10 with limited selections.

Schedule:

Saturday, May 23 at Cross Caffe, 201 2nd Street NW Strasburg, OH 44680

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup

Monday, May 25 at Strasburg Franklin Park, 4th St SE Strasburg, OH US 44680

7:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Pickup

8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins

9:15 AM - Awards Ceremony (Awards to be given after everyone is finished)

10:00 AM - Memorial Day Parade

Awards:

5K Run/ Walk

Top 1 Overall Male & Female

Top 1 Male & Female in Age Groups 14-Undar, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+

Looking for family fun on a Friday night?

🚒The 18th Annual Shearer's Food Chip Chase 5K Run/Walk will be held in downtown Brewster with a Kids Fun Run (this is an unmeasured, approx. 100-yard fun run.) All proceeds from the event will benefit the Brewster Fireman Association.

Schedule - Friday, May 29th, 2026

5:30PM - Packet Pickup/Race Day Registration

7:00PM - The Chip Off the Old Block Kids Run

7:30PM - The 5K Run/Walk will start

🎆Bring the family to join us for RAFFLES, runners' bags, door prizes, race refreshments, the Brewster Fireman's Festival (with carnival rides, fair food, live bands, FIREWORKS, and more)- and a GREAT SUMMER RACE!

We offer a family discount of $5 after the first registrant for the 5K event! Discount is automatically applied when checking out with the same account.

Before the big 'taters run, the little ones can be a "Chip Off the Old Block," and participate in the Kids Fun Run- for kids 8 & under! All "little Chips" will receive a t-shirt, medal, and finishers goodie bag!

Shirts are only guaranteed to those who register by 05-13-2026!

Race day registration and packet-pick up is held at the starting line located East of the Brewster Fire Department (110 Main St SE, Brewster, OH 44613) in downtown Brewster. All racers will finish in Bimeler Park where refreshments and awards will be held.

Brewster is located on State Route 93, and Bimeler Park is located directly across from the Bell Stores, behind the Brewster Moose.

Awards:

5K Run/ Walk:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top 3 Overall Male & Female Wheelchair

Top 3 Male & Female in Age Groups 9 and Under, 10-13, 14-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, & 85 and Over

Support/Donations:

Proceeds from this event support the Brewster Fireman Association!

Donations can be made to the Fireman's Association by using the donation link.

Donations can also be made to the Fireman's Association through the registration process.

Virtual 5K Run/Walk:

Can't attend our event? We offer a virtual option so you can participant anywhere. Items for the virtual option will be shipped after the event by June 15 and should be received by June 20. Virtual times can be posted from May 29 to June 15!

📣Volunteers: 📣

Volunteers are welcome and needed! It takes many wonderful people to make a race happen and we would love for you to be one of them. If you, or someone you know would like to volunteer please use the signup page under our link: Volunteer Signup. There are many stations available!

58:12 Rescue is a shelter in Holmes County, Ohio for women and children who have been victims of domestic violence. Since 2014, we have helped over 500 women and children. Our team works with each resident to customize a support plan to ensure progress toward healing, goal setting, and appropriate outcomes. Residents receive meals, clothes, care, mentoring, counseling, and emotional support.

Donations from our Run for Rescue will be used to help pay counseling fees for our residents, as well as cover operational expenses.

Forget-Me-Not-Baskets Inc. presents The Elephant Run 5K, Steven Michael's Mile, and Willow's Fun Run.

Forget-Me-Not Baskets, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides grief support, comfort and remembrance items to families who have experienced a loss during pregnancy or childbirth. We have served over 80 area hospitals & obstetric offices. Forget-Me-Not Baskets uses the elephant as their logo to remind us that, just like elephants, we never forget those we've lost.

The Elephant Run is so much more, than just a race.

The Elephant Run 5K, Steve Michael's Mile, and Willow's Fun Run will be hosted at Wayne College, Orrville, OH 44667.

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Every racer will receive a finishers medal!

SHIRTS:

• Shirts are included with the 5K, Steven Michael's Mile, and the Virtual Race. Shirts are optional for the Willow's Fun Run

• If you would like to personalize your shirt sleeve with a child's name, please select personalized and your shirt size, when choosing your shirt.

• You will be prompted to add a name.

• ADDITIONAL SHIRTS You have the option to purchase additional shirts during checkout.

• SIGN You can purchase signs that will be placed along the race route.

• RACE FOR FREE We have a personal fundraising option. Raise $100 and your race registration will be REFUNDED.

• TEAMS Set up a Team Fundraiser and compete to raise the most money. The winning team will be recognized & rewarded during the awards ceremony. Virtual Race Fundraising Teams will be included.

Ott's Coffee will be available for purchase on race day!!

Race Day Instructions

Pre-Race: Packet pickup and day-of registration begin at 7am. Please enter Wayne College at the Smucker Road entrance, as the Crown Hill Road entrance will be closed, and follow parking signs and volunteer directions. Packet pick-up will be at the main entrance of Wayne College under the awning. Packet Pick-up will close at 7:45am. Strollers are allowed.

During Race: The course will be well marked; please follow all signs, markings, volunteer directions. Spectators need to stay off the course, especially around the start/finish line as this will be a very busy part of the course. The parking lot will be closed from 8:45-9:15am for the safety of our runners. Willow's Fun Run will be visible for all parents and spectators from start to finish.

Post Race: Refreshments will be available for all participants. Awards will be held at approximately 9:45am. All vehicles must exit Wayne College at the Smucker Road entrance as the Crown Hill Road entrance will be closed.

Early Packet Pickup Information

We STRONGLY encourage you to pick up your packet before race day morning, especially if you have multiple people you will be picking up for.

We will host pick-up times TUESDAY-THURSDAY of race week at our FMN Office, 127 E. Liberty Street Suite 390 and on Friday, July 24th at Wayne College. We highly recommend that large groups/families pick up packets early. If you plan to pick up on one of these days, please complete the EARLY PACKET PICKUP FORM or click on the link on the race menu. **If you register after July 18th, you will not be able to pick up your packet until race day.

• Willow's Fun Run 8:00A

• Steven Michael's Mile 8:15A

• Elephant Run 5K 8:45A

5K Run/Walk Details:

• Awards for the top three overall male and female runners.

• Awards for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd finisher in each age group for Males & Females.

• Age Groups: 6 and under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

• Chip timed.

• T-shirt and finishers medal for each participant registered by 7/08/26.

• Entry Refund: Set up a personal fundraiser, raise $100 and your registration fee will be refunded.

Elephant Run Wheelchair Race:

• Racers will be charged a registration fee, but if the racer needs a racing companion, please reach out to us and we will give you a complimentary companion entry. Free Companion Pass: email us: fmnbaskets@gmail.com.

• Our parking lot includes a ramp to the starting line, and we will have handicap accessible porta-pots on site.

• Awards for the top three overall finishers.

Finishers medal, Chip timed, post-race food and refreshments and a t-shirt for each participant registered by 7/08/26.

Steven Michael's Mile Details:

• Chip timed.

• Race shirt and finishers medal for each participant registered by 7/08/26.

• Awards to top three male and female overall.

• Entry Refund: Set up a personal fundraiser, raise $100 and your registration fee will be refunded.

Willow's Fun Run Details:

• For racers 7 years of age and younger, only. We will host three races for age categories 2-3(and under), 4-5, and 6-7.

• Each participant will receive a swag bag and an award at the end of their race.

• Race shirts are NOT included but can be purchased during check out.

• Entry Refunded: Set up a personal fundraiser, raise $50 and your registration fee will be refunded.

Virtual Race Detail

• Our Virtual Race is back! For family and friends who are unable to make it to the race but still want to support the cause, you can still participate by signing up for our Virtual Race.

• Run/walk your race anytime and report your time to the race director by email, fmnbaskets@gmail.com.

• Race shirts, medals and bibs are included for runners registered by 7/1/26.

• Race Packets will be shipped by or before the week of July 15th.