Inaugural Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run!

🏃🏽‍♀️ Partnership for Purpose 5K Walk/Run
Turning Pain Into Purpose — One Step at a Time

The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., in partnership with Hope Dealer Outreach, proudly presents Partnership for Purpose — a community-centered 5K Walk/Run uniting families, advocates, survivors, and supporters in the fight against fentanyl and nitazene poisoning.

This powerful event honors the life of Marquavies Bernard Broughton and remembers all lives lost to these deadly substances, while uplifting awareness, prevention, advocacy, and community healing.

✨ Special Recognition:
Jasper Watkins III will officially proclaim April 11, 2026 as “Partnership for Purpose Day,” recognizing the collective impact of community-led action and lifesaving awareness.

 
🏅 Peachtree Road Race Qualifier
This race is an official Peachtree Road Race Qualifier.
Finish times may be used toward qualification for the Peachtree Road Race, in accordance with Atlanta Track Club qualifying standards.

 
🎽 What Your Registration Includes
Official Partnership for Purpose race T-shirt (included for all registered participants)
Timed 5K Run or non-competitive Community Walk option
Eligibility for awards
A meaningful race experience rooted in purpose, remembrance, and hope
All paces welcome — runners, walkers, families, and first-time participants are encouraged to join us.

🌍 Virtual 5K Option – Run or Walk Anywhere
Can’t join us in person? You can still be part of Partnership for Purpose through our Virtual 5K Walk/Run.

The Virtual 5K allows participants to complete the 3.1-mile distance from any location during race week while standing in solidarity with families impacted by fentanyl and nitazene poisoning. Whether you walk, run, jog, or use a treadmill, your participation helps extend awareness beyond race day and across communities everywhere.

Virtual 5K Details:

Complete your 5K anywhere, at your own pace
Open to all ages and abilities
Not timed and no awards for virtual participants
Optional event T-shirt available (shipping or local pickup details provided after registration)
Please note: The Virtual 5K is not a Peachtree Road Race Qualifier and does not include official timing or placement.

💜 Honor & Remember a Loved One Along the Race Route

Not running or able to attend but still want to be part of Partnership for Purpose? We invite you to honor, celebrate, or remember someone special with an Honor & Remember Route Yard Sign.

For a $65 contribution, a 2 ft x 2 ft personalized yard sign will be displayed along the official 5K race route on race day—serving as a visible tribute and reminder that every life matters.

This option is ideal for those who:

Want to remember a loved one who has passed
Wish to honor someone impacted by substance poisoning or recovery
Cannot participate in the race or commit to a full sponsorship
Desire a meaningful way to support the mission

Yard signs are displayed on race day only. Messages are subject to approval. Proceeds support the lifesaving work of The Marquavies Bernard Broughton Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

🎉 Post-Race Celebration & Community Experience
Stay after the race and celebrate with us! The post-race experience will include:

Music and an uplifting atmosphere
Community partners and resource vendors
Space for remembrance, reflection, and connection
Fellowship with others committed to saving lives
This is more than a race — it’s a movement, a memorial, and a mission.

 
💜 Why We Run
Proceeds from this event directly support lifesaving efforts focused on:

Drug awareness and prevention education
Advocacy and community outreach
Family support and healing initiatives
Together, we turn pain into purpose — one step, one story, one life at a time.

 
🏆 Awards

Top Overall Male & Female Winners
Top 3 Male & Female in Each Age Group:

10–14
15–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70–74
75–80
81+

Awards will not be mailed. Participants who must leave early should collect their award from the awards table prior to departure.

PRICING SCHEDULE:

Description                                        Registration Dates                                 Prices                                       

Early Bird Registration                         January 1st- February 28th                    $35 (T-Shirt included)

Regular Registration                             March 1st-April 1st                                 $45 (T-Shirt included)

Late Registration (On-site)                    April 11th                                                $45 (T-Shirt not guaranteed)

Virtual 5K registration options are available at a reduced rate and include both shirt and no-shirt options.

*Registrations after April 1st will receive Race t-shirts while supplies last.

COURSE: 

This 5K course, beginning and ending at Alexander Park Lawrenceville GA, is a USATF certified route (GA20038WC). This is a Peachtree Road Race Qualifying event and will be timed by professionals.

 

📲 Share Your Why

Help us spread the message. Share your race day or virtual 5K photos and videos and tag us!

Use our official hashtags

#PartnershipForPurpose
#SavingOneLifeAtATime
#TurningPainIntoPurpose
#QuaLegacy
#Virtual5KForPurpose

Tag @MBBQUALEGACY to be featured.