NAMI Sauk Area 5K Walk and Run
Sterling, Illinois, United States
Jul, 2027 (TBD)
5k
Race Information
The National Alliance on Mental Illness Sauk Area's 5k Walk and Run raises funds to assist the group in raising awareness of the support families need when dealing with a loved one or friend who is living with a mental illness. All funds from this event go directly to services NAMI Sauk Area provides, including providing NAMI Signature Programs for FREE, training for instructors in NAMI-based programs, family support group meetings, outreach information and instructional brochures, Mental Health Awareness Month activities, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month activities and more.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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