When
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Where
Forever Young Multipurpose Room (behind Parks & Recreation offices), Southaven MS
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: January 19, 2026
- Location: Forever Young Multipurpose Room (behind Parks & Recreation offices), Southaven, MS
- Event Type: Annual MLK Jr. Unity Walk/5K
- Registration Link: Register Here
Event Purpose
- Collaboration: In partnership with the City of Southaven and supported by various local authorities and community members.
- Tradition: What began as a small walk has now grown into an annual event that includes a 5K Run/Unity Walk.
- Unity: The purpose is to celebrate unity and encourage all ethnic groups to acknowledge their common bonds.
- Community: The event aims to promote working together as one diverse community.
Fundraising Goals
- Aim: To raise awareness and funds for the Precious Pearls Foundation.
- Support: Proceeds will assist the foundation in aiding students in the DeSoto County Area.
- Services: Funds will help prevent birth defects and infant mortality, support the elderly, and assist veterans.
- Partnerships: PPF also collaborates with our charity partner, Feed My Lambs.
Contact Information
- Fundraising Inquiries: Contact Precious Pearls Foundation for details on organizing fundraisers.
- Email: Stacey.Kelly@preciouspearlsfoundation.org
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