5KforJK: Moving Together to Change Parkinson's
Sun, Oct 4, 2026, 12:30 PM EDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
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At a glance
Move together in Powell, OH, for a meaningful 5K or 1-mile walk, supporting Changing Parkinson's and empowering patients.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseThe 5KforJK is an annual, family-friendly event in Powell, OH, uniting the community to support Changing Parkinson's. Participants can choose between a timed 5K run/walk or a more gentle, accessible 1-mile walk. This signature fundraiser has raised over $350,000, directly funding vital programs like Wish Kits, the pDNextSteps Gym, and a supportive podcast. Every step taken helps lessen the fear of Parkinson's through education, exercise, and community, moving closer to a more hopeful future for patients and their families.
What to expect
Join a supportive community for a 5K run/walk, complete with official timing and bibs.Opt for the accessible 1-mile 'Keep Moving Walk' on a paved route, designed for a gentler pace.Contribute to a vital cause, helping fund programs that directly benefit Parkinson's patients.
Standout details
- Supports Changing Parkinson's nonprofit
- Accessible 1-mile 'Keep Moving Walk'
- Funds Wish Kits & pDNextSteps Gym
- Over $350,000 raised for programs
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- Mostly paved footing
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From the organizer
5KforJK — Moving Together for Parkinson's
The annual 5KforJK is a family-friendly event that brings together people living with Parkinson's, their loved ones, and the broader community!
This year, there's a way for everyone to participate! Choose the challenge that's right for you:
🏃🚶 5K Run/Walk (Chipped & Timed):
Take on the full 5K course your way, run or walk, with official race timing and bibs for all participants. Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or walking alongside friends and family, you’re part of the full race-day experience.
💙 Keep Moving Walk (1 mile, Accessible Route):
A shorter, paved route designed for a more flexible and supportive experience, especially for those living with Parkinson’s or anyone who prefers a gentler pace. No matter how you move, every step makes a difference. The 5KforJK is the signature fundraising event of Changing Parkinson's, a nonprofit dedicated to helping Parkinson's patients live their best lives — lessening the fear of the disease through education, exercise, and community.
Why It Matters: What started as a walk for one incredible woman — Jessica Krauser — has grown into a movement for many. Over the years, 5KforJK has raised over $350,000 to fund programs that are truly changing lives:
Changing Parkinson's Wish Kits: Thoughtfully created by Parkinson's patients, for patients, these kits deliver comfort, connection, and hope.
pDNextSteps Gym : A dedicated space and thriving virtual community built around Parkinson's-focused fitness, because movement is medicine.
The Secret Life of Parkinson's Podcast : Amplifying the voices and stories of those living with Parkinson's, so no one feels alone in their journey.
Every dollar raised, every mile walked or run, moves us closer to a stronger, more hopeful future — for patients, caregivers, families, and communities touched by Parkinson's. Lace up, show up, and keep moving. Together, we're changing what it means to live with Parkinson's!