The Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk starts at 10:00 AM in Ripon, Wisconsin, giving traveling athletes a reasonable morning window to arrive and prepare. Held at Vines & Rushes Winery, the event offers a 1-mile distance option for runners and walkers. Registration is $30.00. If you're unable to attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule and location. This flexible format works well for athletes managing multiple race weekends or dealing with last-minute schedule changes.
From the Race Organizer
Race packet pick up will be available on Friday, August 21st at Blue Design Co., 114 E Blossom Street, Ripon from 4:00-6:00pm Or race day, Saturday, August 22nd beginning at 8:30am at Vines & Rushes. First We Live Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity that was founded in memory of Nicole Moniz. Nicole was a supporter and champion of mental health during her life, both personally and professionally, as a social worker and community volunteer; in the wake of her untimely death, the First We Live Foundation was created in recognition of the special person she was and the connections she made with so many; and as a result, the Nicole Moniz Memorial 5k has become an annual event in her honor to raise awareness and fund our mission to support and cultivate access to integrated mental health programs and services for those who encounter societal barriers in identifying and attending to their mental health needs, especially youth and those engaged in helping professions. First We Live Foundation Core Belief: The primary thing we, as humans, all have in common is that first we live. From the moment we come into this world, the thing that unifies each of us — that defines our existence and our purpose — is that we’re living beings. Living, therefore, must never be taken for granted. First we live… so we can. We live so we can both help and be helped. We live so we can experience the incredible moments and persevere through the challenging ones. We live so we can endure the pain and relish the joys. Through this core belief, we give ourselves the chance to first just live. We live for others and for ourselves. The central truth is that, above all else… first we must live. First We Live Foundation Mission: We support and cultivate access to integrated mental health programs and services for those who encounter societal barriers in identifying and attending to their mental health needs, especially youth and those engaged in helping professions. Funds raised from this event will support First We Live Foundation, Inc. T-shirt and size NOT GUARANTEED for VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS registering after AUGUST 3rd T-shirt and size NOT GUARANTEED for IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS registering after AUGUST 10th **If the race is cancelled there will be NO REFUNDS. The Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K has a NO REFUND policy. There will be no refunds for any reason.**
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Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ripon, WI.
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
When is Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI?
Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Ripon, Wisconsin.
Where is Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI held?
Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI is held at Vines & Rushes Winery in Ripon, Wisconsin.
Where can I find hotels near Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Ripon, WI?
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