Jessica Meredith Jacobsen Memorial 5k and Fun Walk

Event Overview

In memory of Jessica Meredith Jacobsen, the Knights of Columbus Council # 4011 (Father O’Neill Council) has organized the 18th Annual Jessica Meredith Jacobsen Memorial 5K Run and Fun Walk on September 20, 2025, at 8:00 AM.

The event also supports House of Ruth Maryland, the Immaculate Conception School Tuition Assistance Fund, and Fr. O’Neill Charities.

Race Details

• Date and Time: September 20, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
• Location: Immaculate Conception School, Towson, MD.
• Course: The race and walk will follow the same course as last year.
• Virtual Option: A virtual race option will be available for participants who prefer flexibility.

T-Shirt and Bib Pickup

T-shirt and bib pickup will be on September 18th and September 19th at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 616 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville, MD 21093, between 3:00-7:00 PM.

Parking and Registration

• Parking: Free parking for the event will be available in the garage on Ware Ave. on race day.
• Registration Times: Online registration will close at 8:00 PM on September 19, 2025.
• Race Day Registration: Limited registration will be available until 7:30 AM on September 20, 2025.
• Donations: Donations will be accepted after September 20, 2025.

T-Shirt Information

A t-shirt with the Knight logo is guaranteed for those who register by September 6, 2025. Registrations after this date will not receive a t-shirt.

Awards

• Cash Prizes: $100, $50, and $25 for the top 3 female and male overall finishers.
• Age Group Medals: Awarded to the top male and female finishers.

Sponsors

Please support the sponsors of our race: T Rowe Price, Mariner Finance, JA Healthcare Services, Verdence Capital Advisors, Hollenshade's Auto Service, Notre Dame Prep, and David Ross Orthodontics.

Sponsorship Opportunities

To learn how to become a sponsor of the race, please email Dan Yardley at jmj5kwalk@gmail.com. There are multiple levels, with various rewards for each level.

Sponsorships are tax-deductible when paid to Fr. O’Neill Charities directly. To make a tax-deductible donation, please mail a check made out to Fr. O’Neill Charities to P.O. Box 52, Lutherville, MD 21094-0052. Registrations and donations are not tax-deductible.

Share Your Experience

Share your photos or videos on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/JMJ5K of your memories of Jessica, photos of you completing your run or walk, or showing off your race t-shirt!

We'd love for you to submit your results so you can see how you compare with other participants! You can also share your photos after submitting your results.

More Information

For further details, visit our race page at Jessica Meredith Jacobsen Memorial 5K and Fun Walk.