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BKM 4 Life Black Maternal Health 5K

Sat, May 2, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
Bridgeton, MO
SSM Health DePaul Hospital- St. Louis, 12303 DePaul Drive, 63044
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Run for a vital cause at this timed 5K, supporting Black maternal health initiatives and awareness in St. Louis.

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

The 2nd Annual BKM 4 Life Black Maternal Health 5K is a timed event dedicated to raising awareness and driving action for Black maternal health. Hosted on the campus of SSM Health DePaul Hospital – St. Louis, this event shines a light on the unique challenges and triumphs Black mothers experience during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. Participation directly supports The Family Birthplace at SSM Health DePaul Hospital, funding programs and resources crucial for improving maternal health outcomes for mothers and babies.

What to expect

  • A timed 5K event on the campus of SSM Health DePaul Hospital.
  • The course features a double loop around the hospital perimeter.
  • Participate to raise awareness and support programs for Black maternal health.

Standout details

  • Supports Black maternal health
  • Timed 5K event
  • On hospital campus
  • Benefits The Family Birthplace

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $28.29

    Opens Nov 27, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Dec 2, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

  • 5K

    Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $28.29

    Opens Nov 27, 2025, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Dec 2, 2025, 6:59 PM CST

Vibe Check

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  • Rolling area

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The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The 2nd Annual BKM 4 Life Foundation Black Maternal Health 5K is a timed event hosted on the campus of SSM Health DePaul Hospital – St. Louis, a proud sponsor of this initiative. The race course features a double loop around the hospital perimeter and shines a light on the challenges and triumphs Black moms face during pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum.

Black women are 3–4 times more likely to die during childbirth. This fundraising event raises awareness and drives action to improve care for mothers and babies. Proceeds will directly benefit The Family Birthplace at SSM Health DePaul Hospital, supporting programs and resources that make a difference in maternal health outcomes.

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