Caswell Center Foundation Community Champion 5K
Sat, May 30, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk to support the Caswell Center Foundation, enhancing resident life with vital 'extras' and enriching experiences.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseLace up for the Caswell Center Foundation Community Champion 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run in Kinston, NC. This event is a heartfelt celebration of the Foundation's mission, directly impacting the lives of residents by providing essential "extras" beyond state funding. Your participation helps fund vital resources like specialized therapeutic equipment, accessible transportation, and enriching life experiences. Whether you're a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, your steps contribute to creating joy and independence for those served by the Caswell Center Foundation.
What to expect
- Join a 5K or 1-Mile Fun Run to support the Caswell Center Foundation.
- Enjoy professional timing for the 5K and receive a participation medal.
From the organizer
It is time to lace up and get moving! Registration for the Caswell Center Foundation Community Champion 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run is now officially open. This event is more than just a race; it is a celebration of the mission that drives us every day. Whether you are a competitive runner or prefer to simply walk the course, your participation directly impacts the people we serve. How the Foundation Enhances Resident Life. Many may not realize the tangible ways the Caswell Center Foundation enriches our campus. While state funding covers essential needs, the Foundation provides the "extras" that create joy and independence. Recent contributions include:
• Wheelchair Accessible Golf Cart: Allowing our non-ambulatory residents to enjoy campus tours on sunny days.
• Harmony Park: A major clinical and recreational space located in the heart of our campus.
• Life Experiences: Funding for snow tubing trips to Beech Mountain and holiday celebrations at Busch Gardens Christmas Town.
• Specialized Care: Providing therapeutic equipment, such as specialized rockers, to ease discomfort and improve daily quality of life for residents with chronic pain.
Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM
• Location: 2415 West Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC
• Perks: Professional timing by Run the East, participation medals, and a guaranteed event T-shirt for those who register by May 4th .
Registration:
5K - $35 1 Mile Fun Run - $25
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