Hope Series
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Sterling, IL
- HOPE Series, 3807 Woodlawn Road, 61081
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsJoin the Hope Series for four impactful runs and walks dedicated to ending the stigma around mental health.
- For a Cause
For a CauseThe Hope Series invites you to participate in a unique four-race journey dedicated to ending the stigma around mental health. Register for the entire series to support brain health initiatives through events like the Run for Brain Health and NAMI Sauk Area 5K. This series offers a consistent way to engage with a vital cause across multiple dates, culminating in the Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run.
What to expect
- Participate in four distinct 5K run/walk events throughout the year.
- One event also offers a Half Marathon option.
- Receive a special full-zip hoodie when registering for the entire series.
Standout details
- Four-race series
- Supports mental health awareness
- Special full-zip hoodie for series registrants
- Includes 5K and Half Marathon options
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Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingBased on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
Join us to End the Stigma at the HOPE Series
Register for all 4 HOPE Series races at once and you'll be entered into each race.
Run/Walk ALL 4 Events
May 16th: Run for Brain Health (Road 5K or Trail 5K) June 13th: Florissa Family 5K July 11th: NAMI Sauk Area 5K October 10th: Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run (5K or Half Marathon) AND receive a special HOPE SERIES ONLY full-zip hoodie!
Must sign up for the HOPE Series (ALL 4 EVENTS in one transaction) to qualify for the special series only swag. Signing up for each of the 4 events individually DOES NOT qualify you for the special series only swag.
HOPE Series full-zip hoodies will be handed out at the Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run on October 10th.
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