Doylestown Doughboy 5k

Join us as we kick off Race Week at the International Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio.

Your chance to run a great course AND finish the final stretch on the legendary Derby Downs Track.

A great event shirt and custom medal to all finishers

Awards: Top 3 Overall Men / Women, Top 1 Master Men / Women, Top 3 Men / Women Age Groups 1-10, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 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+

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: [email protected].

• 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, [email protected].

• 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.

War Within Challenge: Honoring Anthony Salem

Run • Walk • Ruck

When: July 26, 2026 8 AM Start

Where: Tuscarawas Shelter at Firestone park in Akron

2620 Harrington Rd

Akron, OH 44319

Fighting the Silent Battle: A 2 mile, 4 mile, or 8 mile for Addiction, PTSD, & Recovery

The 2nd Annual Anthony Salem Challenge is more than a race—it is a movement.

Created in honor of Iraq Combat Veteran Anthony Salem, who tragically lost his battle with addiction and the invisible wounds of war on September 24, 2023, this event stands as a public declaration that no one should have to fight alone.

Every day, veterans and individuals in recovery wage an unseen war—against PTSD, addiction, trauma, and the weight of experiences most will never understand. Too many lose that battle in silence.

This challenge exists to change that.

On race day, participants will run, walk, or ruck a scenic 2 mile course, each step symbolizing the burdens so many carry quietly.

Your participation—and your fundraising—become part of someone’s survival story.

All proceeds power Running2bWell, helping provide:

• Bicycles for transportation

• Fitness clothing

• Running shoes

• Race entries

• Community support and connection

Every dollar fuels hope. Every mile lifts a warrior. Every fundraiser becomes part of the fight.

Join us as we honor Anthony’s legacy, uplift those still fighting, and ensure that no warrior battles alone.

Welcome to The War Within Peer-to-Peer Challenge—where your courage becomes someone’s lifeline.

Peer-to-Peer Challenge Fundraising Levels

War Within Challenge: Honoring Anthony Salem Run • Walk • Ruck

Fighting the Silent Battle: Addiction • PTSD • Recovery

The Challenge Entry — $40

“Answer the Call”

This is your basic registration or “sign-up challenge.”

Includes:

• Event entry for Run • Walk • Ruck

• Participant bib

• Exclusive Anthony Salem Challenge T-shirt

• Access to fundraising platform

• The opportunity to dedicate your challenge “In Honor Of” a loved one

1. Battle Buddy Level — $100-499 Raised

“No One Fights Alone”

• Official “Battle Buddy” digital badge

• Exclusive Anthony Salem Challenge T-shirt

• Fundraisers who raise $100 or more will receive a food truck voucher as a thank-you for their impact

• Name included on event website supporters page

• Helps provide fitness clothing or race entries to someone in recovery.

2. Strength in the Struggle Level — $500-999 Raised

“Every Mile Helps a Warrior Fight Another Day”

• All previous rewards

• Salem Challenge wristband

• Supports a pair of running shoes for a veteran or person in recovery.

3. Warrior Shield Level — $1,000- 2499 Raised

“Your Support Becomes Their Shield”

• All previous rewards

• Name listed on event “Honor Field” signage

• Sponsors a full fitness-support package: clothing, shoes, race entries, and community programming.

• Helps fund a bicycle for transportation to work, meetings, and recovery groups.

4. The Salem Hero Level — $2,500 Raised

“Fight the Battle They Can’t Fight Alone”

• All previous levels

• Personalized certificate presented at the event

• Funds nearly all components for the Sponsor a Warrior program.

Additional Fundraising Components

• Ruck-Weight Fundraiser (Add-On Option)

• Participants can collect pledges tied to their effort:

• $5 per pound rucked

• $1 per minute run

• Great for teams and high-impact fundraisers.

Memorial & Honor Field (Event Day).

Supporters can donate to add a name to the 2026 Honor Field:

• A veteran

• A loved one lost to addiction

• Someone fighting PTSD or rebuilding in recovery

The 12th Annual West Akron African American Wellness 5K Race is fast approaching and we look forward to exceeding last year’s participation and seeing you on Saturday, August 2, 2025!

The goal of the West Akron 5k Race is to unite the community in a spirit of wellness and philanthropy while raising funds to benefit students in the community. With the support of United Baptist Church, The Akron NAACP, Summa Health, the Gus Johnson Community Foundation, CareSource, Akron Children’s Hospital, Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, this year’s race is on track to do just that with the help and support of our long-time sponsors. This 5K Race Initiative aims to bring awareness of disparities with diabetes, high blood pressure, and the risk of stroke among men while also supplying our schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible.

The West Akron 5K was founded by two-time Iraq war veteran and Buchtel alumni Mary Anderson (class of 1994) began the West Akron 5k in 2013 as a means of giving back to the school and community that nurtured her. We aim to unify a community around wellness and philanthropy that benefits the students in the Buchtel Cluster and citizens in Summit County and surrounding areas. The recent pandemic has prompted us to expand into education around COVID-19, testing, and partnering with entities to provide vaccines and boosters. A goal of the 5K Run/Walk is to raise funds in order to supply our cluster schools, that are lacking, the resources needed to ensure our children receive the best education possible while also informing the community about living a healthy life.

We need your support to take both of these important issues head on! If you can’t run you can walk. If you can’t walk you can still donate!!!

We look forward to another successful race that will benefit the children and families within our community.

A fun filled course featuring lights, music and a disco ball.

*All proceeds benefit Collin Cares Cure Cancer, a non-profit that supports and donates to families dealing with cancer.

Entry Fees: 5K $25.00 and $30.00 after July 25

1 Mile Kids Run/Walk $15.00 and $20.00 after July 25

Awards: Top three finishers in age groups. Times will be posted.

Kids Fun Run/Walk participants will receive ribbons

Participants will receive glow-in-the-dark items to wear for the race as well as race t-shirts.

*Those registering after July 21st are not guaranteed shirts.

Packet Pickup

TBD

RACE LOCATION

Root Middle School, 333 W. Sturbridge, Medina, OH 44256

*No refunds will be issued for any reason