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Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run

Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:45 AM EDT

Location
Fredericksburg, VA
120 River Road, 22405
Type
RUN
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Lace up for a meaningful morning supporting mental health resources for Stafford County Public Schools.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run invites you to join the Stafford Education Foundation for a morning focused on community and advocacy. Held during Mental Health Awareness Month, this event is a chance to support the well-being of students, educators, and families in Stafford County Public Schools. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best in the 5K or prefer a meaningful Saturday morning stroll, your participation directly funds vital mental health resources and wellness initiatives.

What to expect

  • A supportive community gathering for Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • Opportunities for both competitive 5K runners and leisurely strollers.
  • Every step contributes to funding local school wellness initiatives.

Standout details

  • Supports mental health resources
  • Benefits Stafford County Public Schools
  • Part of Mental Health Awareness Month
  • Open to all paces, from 5K to stroll

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 800m

    Sat, May 16, 8:30 AM EDT · From $12.28

    Opens Feb 27, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 5K

    Sat, May 16, 8:45 AM EDT · From $38.96

    Opens Feb 26, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 15, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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  • Rolling area

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The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Join the Stafford Education Foundation (SEF) for a morning of movement, community, and advocacy! As part of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 16, 2026, we are lacing up our sneakers to prioritize the well-being of our students, educators, and families.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a family looking for a meaningful Saturday morning stroll, this event is for you. Every step taken and every dollar raised goes directly toward funding mental health resources, classroom grants, and wellness initiatives within Stafford County Public Schools.

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