The Mending Minds 5K and Fun Walk is to provide funding to further the mission of the Parenting for the Present Foundation. The Foundation was formed in 2020 to help create a healthier North Texas by providing high-quality mental health and educational services to underserved areas in our community. Thanks to our generous donors, last year’s Mending Minds 5K was a tremendous success. As we look ahead to October 4, 2025, we are raising our goals once again to expand our reach and impact even more children and families in need. Over the past year, our crisis team responded swiftly to the deadly floods in Central Texas, providing more than 150 hours of direct and indirect clinical support to children, parents, and the broader community. In the wake of such tragedy, the care we were able to offer was only possible because of your generosity. We also continue our vital work with The King’s Academy and St. Philip’s School and Community Center—both located in South Dallas. Through psychoeduca
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 3.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to University Park, TX.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
