5K for Kappie

Race Overview

• Event Name: 5th Annual 5K for Kappie
• Date: April 19, 2026
• Location: 440 Foundry Street, Athens, GA
• More Information: Visit the race page

About Catherine Williams

• Legacy: The event honors Catherine Williams, a late sorority sister.
• Life: Catherine passed away on June 2nd, 2020 after a courageous 13-month battle with osteosarcoma.
• Age: She was 18 years old and a recent graduate of North Atlanta High School.
• Future Aspirations: Catherine was set to attend the University of Georgia in the fall of 2020.

Beneficiary

• Proceeds: All proceeds from this event will go to CURE Childhood Cancer.
• Mission: CURE Childhood Cancer is a non-profit organization dedicated to conquering childhood cancer.
• Support: The organization provides funding for targeted research and supports families affected by childhood cancer.
• Impact: Your participation helps make a difference in the lives of those impacted by childhood cancer.

Event Purpose

• Celebration: This event serves as an opportunity to celebrate the extraordinary life of Catherine Williams.
• Community: Join us in remembrance and support of a great cause.
• Participation: We invite everyone to come out and run for Kappie.
• Together: Let’s honor Catherine’s memory and contribute to a future without childhood cancer.