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Saturday, December 5th, 2026
1421 Pharoah's Way, Marion IL
5K
33–49°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
20–41°F
dry
2024
18–45°F
dry
2023
36–51°F
dry
2022
33–48°F
dry
2021
42–65°F
dry
2020
31–51°F
dry
2019
35–59°F
dry
2018
26–42°F
dry
2017
35–59°F
rain
2016
38–44°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
The Blueprint for Success 5k was created to bring our community together while raising funds to provide scholarships for deserving students pursuing careers in nursing, healthcare, skilled trades, and law enforcement.
Purpose
- Support: Your support helps remove financial barriers.
- Opportunity: Gives students the opportunity to build successful careers and stronger futures.
Beneficiaries
- Organizations: This 5k benefits two non-profit organizations: BeauTifful Community Wellness Inc. and Illinois Association of Black Law Enforcement (ABLE).
- Goal: Together we have a goal to offer at least 10 - $1000 scholarships for January 2027.
Event Details
- Date: December 5, 2026
- Location: 1421 Pharoah's Way, Marion, IL
- Registration: For more information and to register, visit Blueprint For Success 5k.
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