The Shelley Irwin Fun Run

🏃‍♀️ The Shelley Irwin Fun Run

What’s YOUR passion? Here’s your invitation to follow Shelley’s and MANY others in this community!

📅 Event Date and Location

• Date: April 25th, 2026
• Location: 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI

🎉 Join the Fun

Join the community and me the morning of April 25th at Millennium Park for three exciting events: a 5K Fun Run, a 2-Mile Walk, or a 1-mile Dog and Kid Run! Come "Chase the Energizer BUNNY" while raising funds for WGVU Public Media.

💬 A Message from Shelley

"MY passion IS movement and having this opportunity to set goals and 'chase' them when it comes to fitness. Blessed with 'energizing bunny energy' for both my work at WGVU and for my fitness, I am thrilled to invite YOU to get involved through a sponsorship or attendance! Just say YES! (like Shelley!)"

📻 Supporting Our Community

Your support of WGVU Public Radio directly strengthens our West Michigan community. As your local public radio station, WGVU provides:

• In-depth news: Trusted local news coverage that matters to West Michigan
• Educational programming: Enriches our children's minds and futures
• Cultural programs: Celebrates and connects our diverse community
• Commercial-free content: Uninterrupted programming available to everyone

💵 Your Investment Matters

When you support WGVU, you’re investing in:

• Local journalism: Keeps you informed about issues affecting your community
• Educational resources: For teachers, parents, and students
• Arts programming: Showcases our region's vibrant creative spirit

🎈 Event Highlights

100% of the proceeds of this event will go directly to WGVU Public Media. Whether you choose the 5K, 2-Mile Walk, or 1-mile Kids Run/Dog Walk, you can run, walk, skip, stroll OR hop your way to the finish line on the beautiful grounds of Millennium Park!

🌟 Celebration for a Cause

All three events are a celebration of like minds gathering together while supporting a great cause. Funds raised from this event provide critical support to WGVU Public Media, the region's primary source for world-class and dynamic children's education programming, and vital community engagement.

📝 Detailed Event Schedule

Event Details:

• 5K Fun Run: This event is not timed - 10:00 AM
• MyTeam Triumph:
• 2-Mile Walk: 10:05 AM
• 1-Mile Dog Walk/Kids Run:

Strollers are welcome!