Hope in Every Step 5K

Event Overview

Hope in Every Step 5K & 0.5K Community Walk

Hosted by Area Agency on Aging 3

Date: September 5, 2026

Location: Ottawa Metro Park – Wyandot Shelter, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima, OH 45801

Start Time: 9:00 AM

Event Details

• Purpose: Benefiting the Area Agency on Aging 3 Awakenings Victim Outreach Program, supporting older adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
• Proceeds: Funds go directly to support older adult victims in their recovery.
• Participation: Open to all ages and fitness levels.
• Distance: 0.5K Community Walk is just over 1/4 mile.

Registration Information

• 5K Registration: $20 Advance Registration
• 5K Race Day Registration: $25
• 0.5K Walk: Free
• T-shirts: Not guaranteed for day-of registrations.

Participant Benefits

• 5K Participants: Event t-shirt (while supplies last) and finisher medal.
• 0.5K Participants: Walk completion pin and resources/handouts.
• Awards: Given to the top male and female finishers in each age group.

Race Day Schedule

• 8:00 AM: Check-in & Registration Begins
• 9:00 AM: Race and Walk Begins
• 9:05 AM: Community Walk Begins
• Send Off: The race and walk will be sent off by RunToledo/Dave’s Running.

Course Information

• Terrain: The course is fully paved with some portions crossing wooden bridges.
• Pacing: Participants are encouraged to go at their own pace.
• Strollers: Welcome!
• Post-Race: Refreshments, awards, and finisher medals will be provided.

Join Us!

Together, we can help support older adults in our community, one step at a time!

For more information, visit Hope in Every Step 5K.