Water for Life 5k

🌊 Event Overview

VitaLife is proud to host the 3rd annual Water For Life 5k run in New Lenox, IL. In association with Willow Creek Community Church, VitaLife will be raising money for building wells in various areas in need in South Africa.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Date: September 1, 2025
• Location: 352 W Maple St, New Lenox, IL
• Type: Fun run 5k fundraiser
• Timing: Chip timed with live online race results

💧 The Importance of Water

“Water is Life” is a common saying in South Africa. Parents must often choose between giving water to their children or their animals that provide food for their families. Women and girls are responsible for transporting the water. They spend 5 to 6 hours a day carrying 5-gallon buckets several miles each day taking time away from education as well as putting them in danger on these long walks to and from water sources.

❤️ Impact of Donations

Because the drinking water is often collected from polluted sources, waterborne disease is the leading cause of death in young children in Africa. These wells provide the opportunity to save lives by preventing these waterborne diseases. $8,000 pays for an entire well, 10-foot tower, 10,000-liter tank, and multiple spigots. This is enough to supply an entire community with a permanent source of clean water.

• $1,000 Donation: Purchases a 10,000-liter water tank
• $25 Donation: Supplies a water filter for one family
• Goal: Raise enough money to build 2 wells this year
• Join Us: Help bring clean water to those in need

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, please visit the official race page: Water For Life 5k.