Good Samaritan 5K Run

Event Overview

Get Excited as our 20th Annual Ministry Fundraiser offers Greenville their 12th Annual Cross Training 5K Race!! Hope of Glory and CrossFit Greenville are proud to continue the challenging Cross Training 5K to benefit families throughout Pitt County. Please join us as we blend our Annual 5K race with Cross Training exercises into a beautiful course beginning at Uptown Greenville, towards the Town Common and back up 5th Street, running by East Carolina University.

GO Pirates!

Race Features

• Participation Options: Runners can opt for a regular 5K or choose to participate in 6 cross training stations guided by coaches from CrossFit Greenville and Rebel Fitness.
• Station Details: Stations require completion of specific exercises with adjustments based on fitness level.
• Heat Divisions: Heats will classify participants by beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
• Proceeds Usage: Funds will aid Hope of Glory Ministries in their mission to relieve burdens, empower families, and proclaim Christ throughout our community!

Race Initiative

Hope of Glory Ministries was founded in 2001 as a 501 (c)(3) Christ‐centered community outreach ministry. A large focus of our ministry is helping those in Pitt County who live at or beneath the level of poverty. It is estimated that 21.4% of Pitt County residents live beneath the poverty level ($36,000 for household of 4).

Impact Report

• Average Income: $36,000 for Community Co-op families.
• Savings Achieved: In 2025, $106,574 in grocery savings for 30 families.
• Support Hours: 416 mentor/education hours attended by families.
• Total Volunteers: 2120 volunteer hours dedicated to the community.

Schedule

• Race Bag Pickup: Friday, October 23rd from 1pm-6pm at Hope of Glory Ministries.
• Race Day Registration: 6:45am-7:45am under the tent at Race Headquarters at UBE's back parking lot off Evans St.
• Race Start: 5K Run/Cross Training 5K at 8am.
• Post-Race Party: 10am-12pm.

T-Shirts

All participants will receive a quality moisture-wicking race t-shirt! Those who pre-registered by September 20th are guaranteed their size: those registering after will not be.

Fees

• Early Bird Registration: $20 for Adult 5K and Adult Cross Training (July 7th - 31st).
• Adult 5K Pre Reg: $30 (August 1st - August 31st).
• Adult 5K Race Day: $35 (September 1st - Race Day).
• 5K Kids 6-12yrs: $15: Under 6yrs: Free.

Awards

5K Awards

• Overall Finishers: Prizes and medals for the TOP 3 M/F overall.
• Age Group Awards: Just medals for Top 2 M/F in specified age groups.

5K Cross Training Awards

• Overall Finishers: Prizes and medals for Top 3 M/F overall.
• Age Group Awards: Just medals for Top 2 M/F in specified age groups.

Parking

Race day parking will be available in the public lot across from UBE, parking decks, and public spots on side streets. No parking in the UBE parking lot, please.

Course Description

The run will begin at Uptown Greenville on Evans Street near The Scullery, head towards the Town Commons, travel down 1st St., back up 5th Street, running by East Carolina University and finishing at Uptown. Six Cross Training Stations will be located shortly before each mile split. Water will be supplied at each mile marker. The course is USATF certified.

Post-Race Celebration

Join us back at U.B.E. for awards! Then, head over to The Scullery and receive 20% off your meal purchase when you show your race bib! Valid October 24th ONLY. Bring your friends and family for what’s sure to be a great time!

Additional Information

For more details, visit the race page: Good Samaritan 5K Run.