Stop the Stigma 5K

Event Overview

Virtually every family in the United States has been touched by mental illness or addiction. Interfaith Social Services is hosting the Stop the Stigma 5K to support our loved ones, challenge stereotypes, encourage acceptance and eliminate stigmas, all while raising funds for our New Directions Counseling Center.

• Purpose: Support individuals affected by mental illness or addiction.
• Goal: Challenge stereotypes and encourage acceptance.
• Funding: Raise funds for counseling services.
• Access: New Directions offers a sliding scale payment system for the uninsured and underinsured.

Event Details

This year's Stop the Stigma 5K will feature an in-person race on Saturday, April 25 at The Kennedy Center (440 East Squantum St in North Quincy, MA). Participants are welcome to run or walk on the scenic route through the Squantum neighborhood. It is a stroller and dog friendly event.

• Date: April 25, 2026.
• Location: Kennedy Center, 440 East Squantum St, North Quincy, MA.
• Accessibility: Stroller and dog friendly.
• Format: In-person race: run or walk.

Registration Information

Registration fee schedule:

• January 7 - 31: Ages 13+ $40 pp, Ages 6-12 $15 pp (under 6 is free).
• February 1 - April 24: Ages 13+ $45 pp, Ages 6-12 $20 pp (under 6 is free).
• April 25 (Race Day): Ages 13+ $50 pp, Ages 6-12 $25 pp (under 6 is free).

Important Notice

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST REGISTER BY MARCH 27 TO BE GUARANTEED A STOP THE STIGMA 5K T-SHIRT

Additional Information

For more details about the race, visit Stop the Stigma 5K Registration.