You Matter 5K: Sponsored by the SDA Church

You Matter 5K: Sponsored by the SDA Church

Run.Walk.Live

Raise Awareness, Promote Mental Health, Choose Life

Event Location

• Address: 12 W 11th St, Columbus, GA

Race Details

• Distance: 1 mile fun run and 5K
• Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
• Course - 5K: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6421187467
• Course - 1 mile: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6744827203/

Start Times

• 1 Mile: 7:30 AM
• 5K: 8:00 AM

Registration Costs

• 5K: $25
• 1 Mile: $20

Awards

• 5K Awards: 1st, 2nd & 3rd overall
• Masters: 1st place
• Age Groups: Under 14, 15-19, 10-year age groups up to 70+
• Categories: Male / Female in all categories

T-Shirt Information

• Shirt Guarantee: Register by September 11th at 12 noon

Packet Pickup

• Location: Big Dog Fleet Feet at 12 W 11th St
• Date & Time: Friday, Sept 18 from 3-6 PM and Sunday, Sept 20 from 6:45 - 7:25 AM

Purpose of the Event

This 5K hosted on Sunday, September 20, is organized to promote mental health and create awareness on suicide prevention month. Proceeds will benefit the HOPE Fund at Pastoral Institute, a renowned counseling center in our community, serving Columbus, GA, for more than 50 years.

About H.O.P.E.

This is the Pastoral Institute's budget to support people who are in a tight financial situation that doesn't allow them to prioritize their mental health and put wellness needs first. H.O.P.E. stands for Helping Other People Endure.

More Information and Registration

To register for the event, please visit the following link: You Matter 5K Registration.