6 events in Stafford County, Virginia

A Community Ruck for a Cause

Join us for Ruck With Pups, a fun, purpose-driven community ruck that brings together people, dogs, and service-minded hearts for a morning of movement and impact.

Hosted in partnership by Honor Bound FIT and The Guidon Foundation, and supported by Old Dominion Humane Society and the Stafford County Sheriffs Office, this guided ruck/walk invites participants to carry weight (optional), leash up a pup, and hit the trail together in support of two important causes: strengthening our community and supporting animal welfare.

Old Dominion Humane Society will be on site with (adoptable) dogs, giving participants the opportunity to ruck alongside shelter dogs while helping them get exercise and visibility. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring dog food or pet supplies to donate directly to the shelter.

The event will feature:

• A guided, community-paced ruck/walk led by Honor Bound FIT

• Shelter dogs from Old Dominion Humane Society

• Vendors, sponsors, and community partners

• A family- and dog-friendly atmosphere

All monetary donations and sponsorship proceeds from the event benefit The Guidon Foundation, whose mission is to honor God, uphold traditional American values, and strengthen individuals and communities through events, education, and engagement, in order to end veteran and first responder suicide, and inspire young Americans to serve God and country.

Whether you’re rucking with your own dog, pairing up with a shelter pup, or just coming out to support the cause, Ruck With Pups is about showing up, moving together, and making a difference—one step and one paw at a time.

Come race towards autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion.

All races will begin at Pratt Park in historic Fredericksburg! This race will include live music on the race path! Following the start of the race there will be a family festival with a bounce house and slide, DJ music, games, vendors, playground, food trucks, animals, project lifesaver, and much more! There will be family fun for all ages and abilities.

Join the Stafford Education Foundation (SEF) for a morning of movement, community, and advocacy! As part of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 16, 2026, we are lacing up our sneakers to prioritize the well-being of our students, educators, and families.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a family looking for a meaningful Saturday morning stroll, this event is for you. Every step taken and every dollar raised goes directly toward funding mental health resources, classroom grants, and wellness initiatives within Stafford County Public Schools.

Join Us for the 1st Annual Reboot with JuJu Mental Health Awareness 5K

JuJu suffered in silence with his mental health just like so many of our children, teens, and adults today. This event was created in his honor to break that silence. We invite you to be part of something meaningful.

The Reboot with JuJu 5K Run/Walk/Jog/Bike is more than a race it is a movement of awareness, remembrance, and restoration. Together, we gather to honor Jawuan “JuJu” Booker and to stand beside every individual who is struggling or grieving.

This is the first event in our 2-Part Awareness Series, with a second community 5K taking place in September for Suicide Prevention Month.

Event Highlights:

Virtual Option: Participate from anywhere during race week.

Custom Bib & Medal: Celebrate your effort with a keepsake bib and finisher medal.

Why We Run

Because no one should have to suffer alone.

Because conversations save lives.

Because hope deserves a voice.

Meaningful Impact

100% of proceeds support:

• Mental health education

• Community outreach

• Scholarships

• Emergency therapy assistance through The Forsythe Foundation – Reboot with JuJu.

Whether you Donate, run, walk, jog, bike, or participate virtually, you are helping us:

• Break the silence around mental health

• Reduce stigma

• Reach those in crisis

• Restore hope in our community

Together, we reboot.

Together, we remember.

Together, we rise.

🏃🏾‍♂️ Miles of Hope 5K – Donation Levels

💚 $10 – Recognize

Recognize the signs. Recognize the struggle. Recognize the strength.

Supports mental health awareness materials

Helps print educational resources

Makes conversations about suicide prevention visible

💙 $25 – Reflect

Reflect on the life of someone you love.

Helps provide outreach materials

Supports safe-space community events

Encourages open dialogue about depression

💜 $50 – Reach Out

Reach out before it’s too late.

Contributes toward emergency therapy assistance

Helps fund one mental health support session (partial)

Expands crisis resource distribution

❤️ $100 – Reset

Reset the narrative. Reset the stigma.

Sponsors one participant who cannot afford registration

Helps fund therapy scholarships

Supports youth mental health education initiatives

💛 $250 – Rebuild Sponsor

Rebuild hope. Rebuild lives.

Directly supports emergency therapy funds

Funds multiple outreach efforts

Recognized on event materials (optional)

🌟 $500+ – Renew Legacy Partner

Renew purpose. Renew impact.

Major impact toward therapy sponsorships

Logo recognition (if business)

Public thank-you on social media

Supports long-term foundation growth

The purpose of the Fathers and Families race event is to promote the vital role fathers play as a stabilizing presence in the home and community. Hosted by A Father’s Legacy, Inc., the Second Annual Fathers and Families Fun Walk/Run raises awareness and support for programs that empower both young and mature fathers to build strong families and thriving communities.

The race will be held at the beautiful Pratt Park 120 River Rd, Fredericksburg. This paved and gravel course winds its way along the back side of the YMCA. We will have music on site, a photographer, an award ceremony, and refreshments after the completion of the race at Pratt Park.

Registration Fee Includes:

• Official T-Shirt (t-shirts and t-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after 5/22/26)

• Finisher Medals

• Monetary Gift Awards

• Post Race Refreshments

Food will also be available for purchase from Shawarma Rama's food truck!