Join Us for the 5th Annual Monet Richardson Community Foundation 5K Run & Walk: "Running with the Angels"

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025  
Location: East Chapel Hill High School, Chapel Hill

This event brings together community supporters, families, and volunteers to make a positive impact on local youth. Together, we raise awareness and support for our mission of providing backpacks and academic scholarships.

Founded in honor of Kristian Monet Richardson, who tragically passed on May 16, 2021, MRCF is dedicated to continuing her legacy of philanthropy and making a difference in the lives of families, one youth at a time.

Optional: Wear angel wings for our “RUNNING WITH THE ANGELS” inspiration. 

Schedule:

Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025! Early check-in starts at 8 AM, with the race beginning at 9 AM. Please arrive early to meet our sponsors and learn about their services. Don’t miss out on raffle prizes featuring hotel stays, restaurant gift cards, jewelry, and more—tickets are just $20 each (cash or credit only). You must be present to win!

Registration:

Online pre-registration ends on April 25 at midnight. Onsite registration opens at 8 AM at East Chapel Hill High School: $35 for adults and $20 for students (18 and under). Strollers are welcome! Packet pickup is on April 25 from 11 AM to 6 PM at Fleet Feet Carrboro. Register by March 15 for a complimentary t-shirt; after that, t-shirts will be available for $15.

This year, we’re excited to offer chip timing for all participants. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to support our backpack and academic scholarship programs through awareness and advocacy.

Enjoy pre- and post-race workouts and stretches provided by Orange Theory Fitness. The Chapel Hill Police Department will be on-site to ensure safety along our USATF-certified 5K course.

Silent Auction:

We are hosting a silent auction again this year with amazing items donated from hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, retail, etc., from vendors in Chapel Hill/Carrboro, Durham, Raleigh, and surrounding areas. Please bring cash and or credit cards. You DO NOT have to be present at the 5K event to win silent auction items. 

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