Al Lopez Park, Tampa FL
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Unite to Run is a 5K fundraiser supporting Unite for Health, a non-profit organization committed to reducing maternal and child mortality in underserved rural villages of Africa. The Unite to Run 5k is a timed race for elite runners, and a peaceful route for morning walkers, to highlight the importance of community and making a difference.
Proceeds: Proceeds from the event will enable Unite for Health to provide free Mama Kits to vulnerable pregnant women in a remote subdivision in NW Cameroon. Each Kit contains essential supplies for labor, the mother and her baby, a significant gift for women who feed their families from what they farm.
Walkers: Walkers are welcome at this event. The race is chip-timed.
The race starts at 8:00 AM at Al Lopez Park.
Location: Al Lopez Field, 4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
Online registration is available through the night before the run (March 14th at 10 pm). There will also be on-site registration the morning of race day.
Packets will consist of the supplies needed for the run, including Bibs which will time each runner. A friend or family member may collect your packet during the scheduled packet pick up windows.
All Finishers: All runners will receive a customized drawstring bag, inspired by the Unite to Run cause, as they finish the race. All finishers will also receive a cap, sunscreen lotion sponsored by Panama Jack, and a packet of DripDrop Oral Rehydration Solution powder. All finishers will also receive a coupon for Feet First.
Awards: The top male and female per age group will be recognized for awards and receive a medal.
Awards will be presented after the final finisher ~ 9:30 AM at Al Lopez Park.
Tea and snacks will be provided for all participants, as sponsored by Minerva Indian Restaurant! There will also be ice pops for all runners!
The race is nonrefundable. If unable to attend, please undergo an online registration transfer through your Run SignUp profile. Bibs may be virtually transferred until the Tuesday before the race.
For more details, visit the Unite to Run registration page.
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