10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health – Zeeland, MI 2026

Date
April 25, 2026
Location
Zeeland, MI
Venue
9900 Riley Street
Start Time
9:00 AM
Events
5K Walk/Run, 1.5 Mile Walk, 1.5 Mile Walk (free), Virtual Walk/Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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On April 25, 2026, the 10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health takes place in Zeeland, Michigan at 9900 Riley Street with a 9:00 AM start. This event accommodates both runners and walkers, making it accessible for participants across fitness levels. If you're traveling to the area for the race, you'll want accommodation within reasonable driving distance of the venue. Zeeland is located in Ottawa County in west-central Michigan, roughly 20 minutes from larger cities like Holland. The race supports mental health awareness, so you'll be part of a community-focused event. Arrive early enough on race morning to handle parking and registration before the 9:00 AM start time.

From the Race Organizer
LOVE yourself and know that your pain is real, but so is hope. & LEAN on others (faith, family, friends, teachers, neighbors, co-workers, coaches, counselors, healthcare professionals and community) for help, because the more you lean, the stronger you grow in mental fitness. Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, for the 10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health! This annual event was inspired by the loss of Zach Kroll, a sophomore at Zeeland East, who silently suffered from depression and died by suicide in 2015 at the age of 15. Zach’s family and friends desire to use this awareness event to reach out to others and make a positive impact in the community. It is so important to recognize the signs of mental illness and have the confidence to take action when helping yourself or others. Our goal is to reduce the shame and secrecy surrounding mental illness, so less people struggle silently, and more people seek help. Through raising mental health awareness, we will all learn ho

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health – Zeeland, MI 2026?

10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health – Zeeland, MI 2026 takes place on April 25, 2026. The race is held in Zeeland, Michigan.

Where is 10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health – Zeeland, MI 2026 held?

10th Annual Love & Lean Walk/Run for Mental Health – Zeeland, MI 2026 is held at 9900 Riley Street in Zeeland, Michigan.

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