Mercy-USA x OMFRC presents: 5K Run for Yemen 2025

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

Join Mercy-USA for Aid and Development and the Oakland Muslim and Friends Running Club (OMFRC) on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 12–3 PM at Bloomer Park (345 John R Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307) for our 5K Run/Walk for Yemen—a community-powered fundraiser to support families in urgent need.

💰 Fundraising Goals

All proceeds will provide food baskets and water for displaced families in Yemen. Just $150 sponsors a family for an entire month, and our goal is to raise $10,000 to feed over 65 families.

👟 Open to All

This event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels!

🎟️ Ticket Includes

• A light lunch: Main dish provided by Mercy-USA
• Fun potluck: Bring something to share!
• Inspiring speech: By our guest speaker
• Field games: For kids, access to the playground, and Bloomer Park’s scenic trails
• Finisher medals: T-shirts and a chance to win awesome prizes for top fundraisers and race winners!

📅 Additional Details

Medals and t-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, based on sign-up date. Once supplies run out, we will coordinate a separate pick-up date for those who registered later after the reordered materials are received.

❤️ Your Impact

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation makes a real impact.

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, visit: 5K Run for Yemen.