2nd Hope 4 Healing 5K Walk / Run / Roll / Stroll

🙌 THE MISSION

Greetings from Dr. Dora Washington, Founder and Executive Director of Tower of Hope Ministries.

On behalf of our organization and our Race Team, thank you for your interest in participating in our annual 5K!

The mission for the Hope 4 Healing 5K is to raise funds and awareness of the need for healing from childhood trauma.

The vision of Tower of Hope Ministries is to transform people from trauma survivors into healed overcomers.

The funds raised will be used for operating expenses, technology upgrades, scholarships for our Academy program, and other pressing needs.

🏢 THE MINISTRY

Tower of Hope Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We help people triumph gloriously over trauma through research knowledge and faith-based strategies.

Since 2017, we have helped men and women conquer the long-term effects of childhood trauma by empowering them with H.O.P.E. (Heal. Overcome. Persevere. Educate.)

We accomplish this through group workshops, coaching, online courses, and community outreach.

One of the elements we incorporate in the healing process is physical exercise. Physical activity can help to reverse the physical, mental, and emotional effects of trauma.

📣 THE MESSAGE

There are numerous testimonies of how participants have found healing, hope, and help because of our program.

One person said, "I learned that my brain changed because of the trauma I experienced." Another remarked, "Every day brings more freedom!"

We believe this event will be a beacon to the world to let people know that there is hope! No matter how damaging the effects of trauma, it can be reversed.

As with a race, healing comes one step at a time!

🗓️ TENTATIVE AGENDA

• FRIDAY, AUGUST 1st: Packet Pickup (Swag bag and race bib) - Place: St. Ann Community Center, 1 Community Center Dr, St. Ann, 4:30 pm-7:00 pm
• SATURDAY, AUGUST 2nd: Registration / Sign-in / Packet Pickup - Tiemeyer Park, 3311 Ashby Rd, St. Ann, MO, 6:30 am-7:45 am
• 7:15 am: Group Warm Up with Fitness Instructor, Robbie
• 8:00 am: 5K Race begins promptly (This is a timed event with race results available immediately).

📍 THE LOCATION

Run, walk, roll, or stroll. This family event is open to all! Go at your own pace on foot, in wheelchairs (manual/electric), or bring the baby strollers. (No bikes, electric scooters, hoverboards, segways or other motorized modes of transportation permitted).

The race will be held in Tiemeyer Park. There are some slight inclines along the course, so be prepared for a good workout. The route begins inside the park and then ventures out along a neighboring street.

We will walk/run/roll/stroll rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.

🚗 PARKING

Please park in the Hoech Middle School parking lot across from Tiemeyer Park. Only handicapped parking and parking for sponsors will be allowed inside Tiemeyer Park.

THE REGISTRATION

• Virtual Participation: $29 plus $2.74 registration fee (ages 11+)
• Youth/Wheelchair: $29 plus $2.74 registration fee (ages 11-16)
• Adults/Wheelchair: $39 plus $3.34 registration fee (ages 17+)
• Children: 10 and under are FREE

You can register as a team by creating your group name or joining an existing team. After the 4th registrant, the first 3 team members get a $5 refund.

💸 VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION

If you don’t live in the Greater St. Louis area or you have other plans on race day, no problem! You can still participate virtually!

If you register by Saturday, July 19, 2025, you will receive your race bib number in the mail before the event date.

🏆 THE PRIZES

Awards for the Top Male and Top Female finishers in each of the following categories: Adult, Youth, Wheelchair Adult, and Wheelchair Youth.

The Kids' Fun Run will race in 2 flights, ages 7-8 and 9-10. All participants will receive a ribbon. Top Boy and Top Girl finishers will receive an award.

🤝 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Would you like to advertise your business or donate to this mission? We are seeking sponsors who would like to partner with us in our vision and mission.

• SILVER: $250 includes 2 free race registrations
• GOLD: $500 includes 5 free race registrations
• PLATINUM: $1,000 includes 10 free race registrations

Complete this Sponsorship Interest Form to apply.

📞 CONTACT US

For questions about sponsorships, donations, or other race information feel free to call Shaneice at (314) 877-8252 or email us at TOHMstl@gmail.com.

🌐 EVENT LINK

For more information and to register, visit our [race page](https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/SaintAnn/Hope4Healing5K?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB).