Strides for SOS 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Registration

• Deadline: Register by August 31st, 2025 to guarantee a race t-shirt!
• Shirt Option: Dri-Fit Tech T-shirt available.
• Post-Deadline: After August 31st, registration will not include a race t-shirt.
• Race Day Registration: Available starting at 8:00 am at the Pavilion in Beverly Park. Check, cash, or Venmo accepted.

🤝 About SOS

• Mission: Schools Offer Support (SOS) is a nonprofit organization that serves members of the Birmingham Public Schools community through outreach efforts, financial support, and volunteer activities.
• Founded: Established in 2008 by a group of parents aiming to build a stronger community through acts of kindness.
• Fundraiser: This annual race is our biggest fundraiser of the year, helping us support various community needs.
• Website: Learn more about our mission on our website.

Community Impact

• Support Requests: 59 requests for support from families in nearly all of our BPS schools.
• Financial Assistance: Nearly $13,000 provided for medical, utility, groceries, childcare, and clothing bills.
• Food Aid: 135 non-perishable food bags assembled for families in need over school breaks.
• Scholarships: Provided $10,000 in scholarships to 2024 graduating seniors through Barbara and Sheldon Weisberg SOS Laptop Scholarship.

🏆 Awards and Prizes

• Categories: Awards for top three male and female 9 years and Under, 10-14 (1 mile), Overall male and female (5K).
• Student Winners: Top male and female student from each BPS school (5K and 1 Mile).
• Age Group Awards: Various categories for the 5K, with top awards in each age range.
• Overall Winners: Overall male and female 5K winner will receive a $50 Hanson's Gift Card.

📅 Race Day Information

• Parking: Limited parking at Beverly Park: additional parking available at Beverly Elementary.
• Packet Pick Up: Race Day Registration and packet pick up opens at 8:00 am at the Beverly Park Pavilion.
• Early Packet Pick Up: Available on Saturday, September 13th from 10 am - 12 pm at Seaholm High School.
• Tips: Arrive early to allow time to collect your number, or pick up race numbers the day before to avoid race day crowds.