2485 Davidsonville Rd., Gambrills MD
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
👟 Event Overview
Hello Friends!
We’re Kirk and Leslie Shadrick, Benjamin’s parents, and we’re truly grateful you’re here.
👶 About Our Son
Benjamin Mario Shadrick is our son, and his life is the reason we serve.
Though Ben's life on earth was brief, his story changed us. It deepened our faith, stretched our hearts, and made us see vulnerable children in a way we never had before. And in that place: through prayer, tears, and a lot of listening, we believe the Lord gave us a clear calling: to build an orphanage for Him.
🏠 Casa Benjamin
We call it Casa Benjamin: a Christ-centered home in Zacatlán, Puebla, Mexico for children with special needs who are medically fragile and facing life-limiting illness. Children who need hospice-level care. Children who deserve to be held, comforted, protected, and loved consistently.
✨ Our Vision
This is about helping create a home where the most vulnerable children can receive the kind of care every human being should be able to count on:
- Gentle Caregivers: Attentive caregivers who provide loving support.
- Safe Spaces: Clean and secure living environments.
- Nourishment: Daily nutrition and support for each child's needs.
- Engagement: Meaningful activities and therapy support.
- Emotional Support: Providing emotional and spiritual care.
💖 Your Involvement
And here’s something we hold close: many of us may never meet these children face-to-face. We may never know their names or hear their stories firsthand. But what we do together, one step at a time, can still change the course of their lives. Your effort, your presence, and your generosity help make real care possible.
🙏 Thank You
If you’re running, walking, volunteering, sponsoring, donating, or simply sharing this with a friend, thank you. Your presence matters more than you know.
📅 Event Details
Date: June 6, 2026
Location: 2485 Davidsonville Rd., Gambrills, MD
For more information and to register, visit: 4UBen 5k Walk/Run
