6th Annual Be the ONE Run/Walk Logo

6th Annual Be the ONE Run/Walk

Grand Rapids, MI

Sun, Oct 25, 2026

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When

Sunday, October 25th, 2026

Where

Grant Pavilion, Millennium Park: 1400 Maynard Ave SW, Grand Rapids MI

Distance

5K

Typical weather

On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years

2025

33–52°F

dry

2024

46–61°F

rain

2023

59–68°F

rain

2022

59–67°F

rain

2021

44–49°F

rain

2020

39–48°F

dry

2019

36–47°F

dry

2018

31–49°F

dry

2017

36–49°F

dry

2016

39–53°F

dry

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About this race

6th Annual Be the ONE Run/Walk

Presented by i understand

Honoring Founding Partner, Biggby Coffee

 

Sunday, October 25, 2026
Millennium Park | Walker, Michigan

Join us for the 6th Annual Be the ONE Run/Walk, a community event dedicated to mental/brain health
awareness, to support those living with a mental/brain illness or have been impacted by suicide loss.
 
Founded through a partnership between Biggby Coffee and i understand, the Be the ONE Run/Walk
has become a meaningful West Michigan tradition, bringing together individuals, families, businesses,
schools, and community leaders who believe that connection saves lives and that no one should face
life's challenges alone.
 
As we enter our sixth year, i understand is honored to continue this important event while recognizing
Biggby Coffee as the Founding Partner whose leadership helped establish and grow the Be the ONE
movement during its first five years.
 
Whether you run, walk, remember, honor a loved one, or simply show your support, every step helps
create hope, awareness, and connection within our community.
 
Registration Includes:

  • Official Be the ONE Run/Walk T-shirt
  • Finisher medal
  • Post-event refreshments
  • Access to community resources and activities
  • Photo opportunities with HOPE our Mascot and our Star Wars friends

 
Why We Walk

Funds raised through the Be the ONE Run/Walk support the mission of i understand by helping
provide:

  • Suicide Loss/Men’s/Suicide Attempt Survivor support groups
  • Grief resources and support
  • Mental/brain health education and training
  • Community outreach and awareness initiatives
  • Programs that strengthen connection and hope throughout West Michigan

 
Together, we can create a community where no one feels alone.


Be the ONE.

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