Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Chester, PA

Roots, Rock, Run 5K

In the USA, nearly 1 in 5 girls miss school during their period, and globally, 2 in 3 girls are also missing out on important learning opportunities.

Roots, Rock, Run 5K supports the GrassROOTS Community Foundation's global menstrual equity work, where we increase knowledge, provide menstrual supplies, and advocate for legislation to #endperiodpoverty. Your participation helps make this possible, with funds raised supporting this vital cause.

This year's R3 5K offers a hybrid experience, allowing participants from our Global Menstrual Equity Council in the US, Jamaica, Ghana, South Africa, Kenya and beyond to choose between live or virtual races.

Whether you join us in person at Lloyd Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or participate virtually from anywhere in the world, your contribution will make a difference.

On Saturday, May 31^st, between 8:30 am and 12:00 pm, we will collectively run or walk a 5K wherever we are, uniting to combat period poverty.

Proceeds from your registration will directly support our efforts to increase menstrual equity and #endperiodpoverty.

As a token of our appreciation, the top three winners will receive special GrassROOTS tees, and the first-place in-person winner will also receive two tickets to the Roots Picnic.

Early registration is $20.00 until March 31st, with prices increasing thereafter. The first 50 registrants, whether for the live or virtual race, will receive a commemorative t-shirt.

Join us on Strava to support your training and stay connected with the GrassROOTS community. For any inquiries, please contact David Coughlin at [email protected] or 215-917-5025. Please contact David if you have a group you would like to register in a single transaction.

Let's unite under hashtags #rootsrockrun5K #investingirls #endperiodpoverty and tag @grassrootsfound to spread the word and make a difference together.

GrassROOTS Community Foundation

The purpose of this 5K is to raise vital funds and awareness for Miko’s Place, a nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic violence through counseling, advocacy, safe housing, and education. This event unites the community in promoting safety, healing, and hope for those rebuilding their lives after abuse.

Location:

Wilson Farm Park, Tot Lot Pavilion, 500 Lee Rd., Wayne, PA 19087

Awards:

Violet Courage Award - most creative violet-colored outfit

Top runners in each age group

Entry:

Early-bird registration before 5/15/2026 - $35

Regular registration 5/15/2026 - 6/28/2026 - $40

Walkers (age 11+) - $20

Walkers (under age 11) - free

Walkers (family of 4) - $50

Amenities:

Scenic course, runners and walkers are welcome to participate!

Violet Courage Award - wear your most creative violet-colored outfit to show your support for survivors of domestic violence and win a special award! Open to runners and walkers!

T-shirts guaranteed for all runners; size availability not guaranteed after 6/14/2026

T-shirts available for purchase on-site

Refreshments

Water stations

DJ

Finish line fun - goodies on-site to help our spectators cheer on our runners and walkers as they cross the finish line!

Race Results:

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

Questions:

Contact: Stephanie Corsetti – (302)379-1161; [email protected]

Mission Statement: Empowering survivors of domestic violence, including a focus on minorities & underrepresented communities to break the cycle and rebuild their lives by providing counseling, advocacy, refuge, and education when it is needed the most.

The Broomall Rotary has been performing community service work since 1961. The race proceeds fund the Broomall Rotary's local charitable service projects.

The Broomall Rotary's Firecracker 5K is a 5 kilometer running event that will precede the Marple-Newtown 4th of July Parade. The parade and race day is Friday, July 4, 2025.

For all event details please visit: https://www.firecracker5krun.com/

Packet Pickup: Saturday, June 29, 11AM - 2PM and Thursday, July 3, 5:30PM-7:30PM at the Running Place in Newtown Square, and 8AM - 9AM the day of the race at the race tent at Broomall Fire Company driveway apron.

Prizes: Top 3 M&F - Overall; Top 3 M&F - by age group- 14 & Under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+

Top Team