When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
1301 N. Cunningham Avenue, Urbana IL
Distance
5K
About this race
Be a Hero in the Eyes of Cunningham Kids!
Heroes have made such a big impact at Cunningham that our Be a Hero 5K now occurs annually—and we're thrilled to invite you to this year's event!
Join Us for the 6th Annual Be a Hero 5K
Saturday, October 10, 2026 | Cunningham's Campus
Lace up your superhero sneakers and get ready for miles of fun benefitting an incredible cause! This year's event features:
- "The Flash" 5K Race for all runners
- "The Hulk" 5K Walk for all walkers
No matter your skill level, you can Be a Hero! Special awards and recognition await both racers and walkers.
Unlock Your Official Cunningham Hero Cape!
Raise just $100 and receive an official Cunningham Hero Cape—wear it on race day or anytime you're being a hero in your community!
Become a Superhero Today
Why Your Heroic Support Matters
All proceeds directly help the 953 youth and families served by Cunningham. Many young people arrive with histories of abuse, neglect, trauma, and mental health challenges. They've experienced rejection and loss. Cunningham offers healing and hope through residential treatment, special education, and community-based services.
Learn more about how our programs help youth and families heal, learn, and grow at cunningham.org
Cunningham Children's Home is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
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