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Fancy Run Virtual 5K

5K · Walk

3/25/2026, 11:59:00 PM · Saint Johns, Florida, US

Est. 2026 · Listed Mar 3, 2026

Cause DrivenFunEasygoing

Run Vibes summary

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At a glance (AI-assisted text)

Join this virtual 5K to honor Ansley's legacy and help raise $5,000 for Dreams Come True, granting wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses.

The vibe (AI-assisted text)

This virtual 5K is all about heart and giving back, honoring Ansley's memory by supporting Dreams Come True. It's a deeply meaningful event, inviting participants to contribute to a beautiful cause from wherever they are. The energy is one of collective compassion and remembrance, bringing together individuals who want to make a tangible difference in a child's life. It's less about speed and more about shared purpose.

Race day (AI-assisted text)

As a virtual event, 'race day' is flexible, allowing you to complete your 3.2 miles (5K) on Ansley's birthday, March 25th, or around that time. There's no physical packet pickup or start line crowds; instead, it's a personal journey to walk, run, or roll in honor of a special girl. The focus is on individual participation and the collective impact of fundraising, rather than competitive pacing or traditional race day festivities. You're encouraged to complete your distance at your own pace, knowing you're part of a larger, compassionate effort.

Best for (AI-assisted text)

This event is perfect for runners, walkers, and rollers who want to support a heartwarming cause from any location. It's ideal for those seeking a meaningful way to honor a child's memory and contribute to granting dreams for other children. It suits participants who prefer flexibility over a traditional race day structure.

Personality (AI-assisted text)

The "Fancy Run Virtual 5K" carries a deeply emotional and supportive tone, centered on remembrance and generosity. It fosters a sense of community among participants, united by a shared desire to make a difference for children facing serious illnesses. The event feels personal and heartfelt, inviting everyone to contribute in a way that honors a beautiful legacy.

Weather snapshot (AI-assisted text)

As a virtual event, weather expectations are entirely personal to your chosen location and time. Participants in Saint Johns, FL, where the event is based, might expect mild, pleasant conditions in late March, typical of early spring in Florida. However, since you can participate anywhere, be prepared for whatever local conditions you encounter on your chosen "race day."

Terrain & course feel (AI-assisted text)

Since this is a virtual event, the terrain is entirely up to the participant. You can choose to walk, run, or roll your 3.2 miles on sidewalks, local trails, a track, or even a treadmill. There are no specific course conditions to anticipate, offering complete flexibility in your environment.

Signals we noticed (from listing text, AI-assisted)

  • virtual 5K
  • raise 5K for Dreams Come True
  • honor Ansley
  • grants dreams to local kids with life-threatening illnesses
  • Ansley's birthday is on 3/25
  • walk, run, roll 3.2 miles (5K)
  • 5K for 5K (fundraising goal)
  • sponsoring a dream for another child

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Help us honor Ansley with a virtual 5K to raise 5K for Dreams Come True, Jacksonville. Ansley was able to have a "dream come true" to NYC to see her favorite Frozen on Broadway, and boy, what special memories that was! We want to honor Ansley's life and legacy by sponsoring a dream for another child. Dreams Come True grants dreams to local kids with life-threatening illnesses. Help us honor Ansley in this way! An average cost for a childs dream is $5,000 which is where our "5K for 5K" comes from. 

Details: Ansley's birthday is on 3/25, and she would have been 12 this year. We are asking all those who are able to walk, run, roll 3.2 miles (5K) in honor of our girl. 

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