Location
Run from anywhere, DC
Events
1k Run/Walk, 5k Run/Walk, 10k Run/Walk, Half Marathon
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 na
Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness – Virtual Run/Walk 2026 — Run from anywhere, DC
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 11.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Run from anywhere, DC.
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
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
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