Event Description
Calling All Everyday HERO's!
The isolation that comes with COVID-19 brings challenges for us all, but particularly for the 1 in 5 people who experience mental illness every year. Here's your chance to run for Mental Health!
For your health, and on behalf of all who live with serious mental illness right now, we challenge you to run or walk with us in the Everyday HERO 1 in 5K (or other distances). Join the Everyday HERO Tribe today in support and on behalf of people experiencing serious mental illness while being good to yourself!
Choose your distance to run or walk anytime between October 3,2020 and World Mental Health Day, Saturday, October 10, 2020. Running is great for your health, and at the same time, you can help people living with mental illness flourish and thrive in work and community. The Everyday HERO 1 in 5K - 10K - Half Marathon Virtual Run is an event for HERO House NW which provides mental health recovery services through three programs in the Greater Seattle area.
3 races to choose from:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon
-- Or be one of our Everyday HERO's who run all 3 races!
A performance running shirt will be provided for all participants, with choice of long or short sleeve.
Early Bird registration rate through August 9, 2020.
Get a discount from the regular registration fee when you register early!
Become a fundraiser
Help support a great cause and get an opportunity to earn a partial or total refund of your registration fee.
Every step you take will make a difference!
How it works
- Run or walk anytime between October 3 and World Mental Health Day, Saturday, October 10, 2020.
- Choose your own route, or use one of our suggested routes laid out in the Seattle area.
- Practicing good social distancing
- Invite others! It's a great opportunity for family and friends to connect as part of the Everyday HERO Tribe.
- Once you've completed your run, you can upload your results online or share via text or email.
Special bonus:
Dress up as your favorite superhero for your run or walk and share your selfie with us. There will be prizes for the best costumes!
Everyday HERO 1 in 5K Virtual Run is an event put on by HERO House NW.
