The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K Run/Walk for Brain Health - Brain Health Hustle

🏃‍♂️ The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K Run/Walk for Brain Health

🏅 Brain Health Hustle

Date and Location:

• Date: Sunday, January 11th, 2026
• Start Time: 7:30 am
• Location: South County Regional Park, 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton, Florida 33498

Timing:

• Organized by: Accuchip Timing

Our Mission:

The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation’s Mission is to promote and lead critical awareness, testing, counseling, and research initiatives that hold promise for the prevention and eventual cure of fatal children’s genetic diseases of the brain.

Progress and Goals:

• Funding: MFRF has raised approximately $3 million for its initiatives.
• Pillars: Focuses on Research, Education, and Nursing School Educational programs.
• Achievements: Celebrated progress in gene therapy patient trials, education, and genetic testing.
• Continuing Efforts: Aims for earlier detection and expanding treatment availability.

Event Details:

On January 11th, 2026, we will run and walk to raise community awareness and funds for this important project. Come join us and be a part of the cure!

The Sleep In Option:

This is for those who want to support the charity but can't attend the actual event! Your shirt and finisher medal will be mailed to you! It’s the honor system to do the 5k at some point. This option is not eligible for awards, and you don’t need to submit your time.

Shirts:

• Type: Dry-Fit type shirt.

Awards:

• Categories: M/F Overall, M/F under 10, 10-14, 15-19, and then 10 year groups to 80+.

Packet Pick Up:

Dates Coming Soon!

• Location: Runner's Edge, 3195 N. Federal Hwy, Boca Raton - 561-361-1950
• Store Hours: Monday - Friday 10-6, Thursday 10-7, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4.
• You can also pick up your gear on race morning from 6:30-7:10 am.
• Bibs can be picked up for other people in your group as well!

Website: https://mfrfoundation.org/

Parking:

There is plenty of free parking at the Amphitheater. Use this address for GPS directions: 20405 Amphitheater Circle, West Boca Raton.

Registration:

For more details or to register, visit The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K Run/Walk for Brain Health.