Run Hope Work is excited to host our annual Run For A Better Life 5K on October 19th! Racers will take on a fast, flat out-and-back course in Anacostia Park, starting at the Roller Skating Pavilion. To ensure fun for the whole family, we also have a 1-Mile Fun Run and 400-meter Kids Run, free for kids 17 and under! The 5K starts at 8:30 AM, with the Fun Run and Kids Run beginning around 9:30 AM.
After the races, enjoy family-friendly activities until 11 AM, including games, music, food, and community fun—a celebration for all ages!
Founded in 2015, Run Hope Work empowers DC youth through running, mindfulness, and industry-certified workforce training. Our annual 5K raises awareness and funds to help young people take control of their futures, acquire skills, secure long-term employment, and break the cycle of poverty and violence. Your participation directly supports transforming lives in our community.