Thursday, September 28, 2023

Beech Brook will host its 13th Annual 5K Race & Family Fun Run on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at the Orange City Schools Campus (32000 Chagrin Blvd., Pepper Pike). The race begins at 9 a.m. with day-of registration, packet pickups and activities starting at 7:30 a.m.

All proceeds will benefit Beech Brook’s programs for Northeast Ohio’s most vulnerable children and families.

Participants can join the timed 5K race or the one-mile course for walkers or casual runners. This family-friendly event is geared to all ages with face painting, a “Kid Zone” area with crafts, a costume contest – for children and adults alike – and more.

The cost is $20 if registered by October 20 (register by October 11 to be guaranteed a shirt); $25 on race day. Free for kids ages three and under. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

Participants can also fundraise from family, friends, and co-workers to help support Beech Brook's programs dedicated to helping children and families thrive.

In addition, Beech Brook Foster Care families will be welcomed as our special guests to celebrate the support and care they provide children in our community. Currently, 72 children live with Beech Brook Foster Care Families and 24 of these children were placed in the past year. We want to honor these families for opening their homes and providing stability and support for these vulnerable children in their time of need.

Register, donate and learn more about the 5K Race & Family Fun Run here:
www.beechbrook.org/5krace

For more information, contact Heidi Lang at hlang@beechbrook.org or 216.831.2255, ext.2240.

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Beech Brook is a non-profit mental health agency providing services to vulnerable children and families throughout Northeast Ohio. We help children and families thrive by promoting healthy child development, strengthening the ability to overcome adversity, and enhancing family health and stability. Learn more at www.beechbrook.org.

Press Contact:
Allison Solomon
Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
asolomon@beechbrook.org | 216.378.4534