Race for Grace 5k

Race Overview

• Event: 18th annual Race for Grace 5K Run & 1 mile walk
• Date: Thanksgiving Morning, Thursday, November 27th, 2025
• Time: 8:30 AM
• Location: 516 Shinnick St, Zanesville, OH

Beneficiaries

• Eastside Community Ministry: Proceeds go to their Choice Food Pantry.
• Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds: Funded by Noon Rotary to support local children.
• Food Pantry Impact: Serves over 5,000 families, providing groceries for over 150,000 meals.
• Summer Meal Support: Provided 100 meal bags for low-income children during summer programs.

Race Details

• Course: Flat course through downtown Zanesville, starting and finishing at Grace Church.
• Parking: Available at Grace Church and throughout Downtown Zanesville.
• Entry Fees: 5K Run - $30 (in advance), $35 (race day): 1 Mile Walk - Free (no packet). $15 for optional race packet and shirt.
• Proceeds: All funds will combat food insecurity in Zanesville and Muskingum County.

Race Packet & Perks

• Inclusions: Custom long sleeve technical shirt and custom medal for finishers.
• Packet Pick-Up: Pre-event at Grace Church on November 25th and 26th from 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
• Race Day Pickup: Begins at 7:00 AM at Grace Church.
• Registration: On race day starts at 7:00 AM.

Awards

• Categories: Awards for top three finishers in each age category.
• Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+.
• Recognition: Finisher awards will be provided to top participants.

Contact Information

• Inquiries: For questions, contact Matt Schreiber.
• Email: matthew.r.schreiber@gmail.com
• Phone: 740-252-1925

Refund Policy

• Virtual Conversion: In case of health department regulations, registration will convert to non-refundable virtual event.
• Updates: Notice will be posted on the race website for any changes.

More Information

• Registration Link: Race for Grace 5K