Hope in Every Step 5K

Hope in Every Step 5K

Hosted by Area Agency on Aging 3

Location

• Venue: Ottawa Metro Park, Lima, OH - Wyandot Shelter
• Address: 2632 Ada Rd., Lima, OH 45801
• Date: September 5, 2026
• Start Time: 9:00 AM

Event Overview

Join us for the Hope in Every Step 5K, a Run/Walk benefiting the Area Agency on Aging 3 Awakenings Victim Outreach program, which supports older adults in our community who have experienced abuse, neglect, and exploitation. This event, fully within Ottawa Metro Park in Lima, OH, is an opportunity for the community to come together and raise awareness while empowering vulnerable older adults.

Awareness and Campaign

• Goal: Raise awareness for fall prevention and promote healthy aging one step at a time!
• Contribution: Participate in the Hope in Every Step 5K and contribute to AAA3's annual 10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls Campaign.
• Encouragement: The campaign encourages Ohioans of all ages to walk at least one mile during the month of September.
• Learning Opportunity: 10 Million Steps events provide opportunities for exercise and information on local resources available to help prevent falls.

Why Participate?

• Support: Help provide essential resources, support, and services to older adults who have suffered from abuse, neglect, and exploitation within our 7-county service area.
• Direct Contribution: Your participation directly contributes to assisting in their recovery.
• Inclusivity: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply want to walk for a good cause, this event is open to all fitness levels.
• Financial Support: Your registration fees and donations will support Awakenings Victims Outreach.

Family-Friendly

Bring the whole family and enjoy the event together, helping raise awareness for a critical issue affecting many older adults in our community.

Registration

• Cost: $20 in advance, $25 day-of.
• Day-of Registration: Available on-site ($25) and will not be guaranteed a t-shirt.
• Swag: Each registrant will receive a small swag bag.
• Finisher Medals: Each finisher will receive a finisher's medal and top male and female in each age group will receive an award.

Race Day Schedule

• Check-in/Registration: 8:00 AM check-in and registration begins.
• Event Start: Event begins promptly at 9:00 AM, sent off by RunToledo/Dave's Running.
• Post-Race Celebration: Finisher medals for each participant, age-group awards, and refreshments provided upon race completion.

Accessibility

The course is fully paved, with some portions going across wooden bridges. Take it at your own pace!

Make a Difference

Together, we can help older adults in their recovery from abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Come run, walk, and make a difference!

For More Information

Visit Hope in Every Step 5K for further details.