Islamic Relief 5K

Calling all superheroes! We need you to join us for our 3rd annual race. All abilities are welcome to run, walk or roll the 5K course or fun run.

Please join us for a fun race and the opportunity to encourage everyone to #MoveWhatYouCan because "CommunityIsOurSuperpower!

Powered to Move’s mission is Putting Christ’s Love in Action by providing people with intellectual and physical disabilities opportunities for physical fitness, social interaction and community connection. All proceeds and donations will be used to support our Adapted Fitness, Wingman and Handcycle program, as well as the activities and events at the Powered to Move Community Center.

Please note that a family member or friend must be registered to participate with those registrants who need assistance through the race, including those with intellectual disabilities and young children under the age of 5. Everyone participating in the race must be registered and displaying their bib while on the race course.

-Manual Wheelchair participants, push chairs, hand cycles, race chairs and strollers are welcomed.

-Service animals will be the only animals allowed.

Learn more at https://www.poweredtomove.org/superhero-5k/

T-shirts will be available: unisex t-shirts Adult sizes Extra Small to XXL.

Awards will be given as follows:

Overall - M/F - Handcycle, M/F - Wheelchair, M/F - Race Chair, M/F - Push Chair team, M/F - 12 & under, M/F - 13 to 19, M/F - 20 to 29, M/F - 30 to 39, M/F - 40 to 49, M/F - 50 to 59, M/F 60 to 69, M/F - 70+.

We are excited to bring back our PINK OCTOBER event! October is BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH! Run or walk with us and help us to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research! Participate in either our 5K or 1 Mile events and receive your BREAST CANCER FINISHER MEDALS! Place top FOUR in your age group and win an ADDITIONAL MEDAL!

Registration Includes:

• Event-themed participation t-shirt (5K | 10K | HM | 1M ONLY)

• Custom Finisher Medal (5K | 10K | HM | 1M ONLY)

• Eligibility for Age Group Awards (5K / 10K / HM ONLY)

Age groups will be awarded four deep in the following divisions: M/F 0-4, M/F 5-9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-29, M/F 30-39, M/F 40-49, M/F 50-59, M/F 60-69, M/F 70-79, M/F 80+.

Awards will also be given to our Male & Female Overall Winners

AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.

Run for a Hunger-Free World: Every step you take helps provide meals to those in need.

Join us on October 18th for the "Run for a Hunger-Free World" This event unites individuals and families in a collective effort to run or walk in support of hunger relief. Every step and every mile completed directly contributes to providing meals for those in need, fostering a sense of unity and purpose. By participating, you're not just running—you're making a real difference in the fight against hunger and helping to build a healthier, more compassionate world.

5K Run/Walk Information:

5K Run/Walk Starting Point Location (Venue): Parking lot south of "Amphitheater at Oak Point Park", https://maps.app.goo.gl/2bKDMmvuwkMkqZWR8

5K Run/Walk Date: 18th October 2025, 7:30 AM

The Patriot’s Run 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run takes place Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Red Tail Pavilion, Oak Point Park in Plano—home of the Plano Flags of Honor.

Tentatively: The morning begins with a Presentation of Colors by Allen High School MCJROTC and the Pledge of Allegiance led by Congressman Keith Self, followed by a 7:30 AM warm-up, the 1-Mile Fun Run (8:00 AM), and the 5K Run (8:30 AM). Wheeled participants will have a 5 minute head start.

After the race, enjoy a community celebration featuring awards, sponsor booths, food, music, and vendor prize giveaways immediately following the ceremony.

Run, walk, ride or cheer—every step honors those who served and celebrates the freedom they defended.

Proceeds from the event help fund veteran assistance programs, student scholarships, and outreach efforts that uphold the VFW’s mission of service to veterans, their families, and our nation.