Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness - Virtual Run/Walk

National Mental Health Awareness week is May 11-17, 2026.  We believe that mental health conditions are important to discuss year-round, but highlighting them during Mental Health Awareness Week provides a dedicated time for mental health advocates across the country to come together as one unified voice. That is why we are bringing awareness through our virtual run/walk, to help spread awareness and break the stigma!

This race benefits: NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness

HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN

Register for the race Complete a 1k, 5k, 10k, Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between May 11-17, 2026 Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group to share and celebrate with other participants. REGISTRATION INCLUDES

Race Medal Printable Race Bib Printable Finisher Certificate HOW TO CREATE A TEAM

Only 1 person needs to create a team name during registration Share your team name so others can join when they go to register FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I print my bib? Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib" How do I print my finisher certificate? Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate. Do I have to submit my time to get my swag? No, submitting your time is optional. How do I track my time? You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps . Do all team members have to run/walk together? No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time. Do all team members have to do the same distance? No, each team member can choose to do their own distance. When will I get my medal? Medals will start to ship mid-April through the end of the race.