Accept Zero Run, Walk, and Virtual 5K

What is Accept Zero About?

• Purpose: This event will open the opportunity to acknowledge the reality of suicide, honor those that we've lost, honor those that have survived, encourage dialogue and conversation, and begin to shift the culture, perceptions and beliefs regarding suicide.
• Message: Together, we can spread the message that suicide is preventable, and the support is out there. Let us take the pledge to accept zero! #AcceptZero
• Funds Usage: Money raised from this event is used for increased training and education throughout the community on suicide through free Question, Persuade, Response (QPR) trainings.
• Support: Additionally, funds will be available to those individuals who may be experiencing thoughts to end their life so that they can seek support and treatment without the additional worry about finances.

Race Details:

• Accept Zero 5k: Ages 5 and up to be timed runner/walker. Swag bags to include race day t-shirt (shirt not guaranteed after March 15th!) and Accept Zero wrist bands.
• Youth Fun Run: (Ages 12 and under) – 8:30am - Join Kansas City Chief's mascot KC WOLF for an exciting dash to the finish with our Youth Fun Run.
• Virtual Race: Enjoy the convenience of running the race any day or time and on whatever course you desire. Packets, medals and shirts will be mailed prior to the race.
• Teams: Recruit some friends to join you on race day! The first 3 members of a team will pay full price until the 4th member registers.

Awards:

• Finisher Awards: A monetary gift will be awarded to the top overall male and female finishers.
• Participation Medals: Given to all participants at both the 5k and Fun Run.
• Age Group Medals: Custom event medals will be given to the Top 3 female and Top 3 male finishers in each age category.
• Distribution: Age group winner medals will be distributed at the event, so please stick around until race times are posted.

What Happens if We Cannot Hold This Event Live?

• Contingency Plan: In the event that public health reasons would prohibit us from holding this event, we would review our option to move the event to a later date in 2025.
• Registration: All registrations would be moved forward to that event.

Packet Pick-up:

• Date: April 17th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm at Comprehensive Mental Health Services (17844 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64057).
• Location: April 17th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at KC Running Company Store (200 East 135th Street KC MO 64145).
• Race Morning: Pick-up from 7:30 – 8:45am.
• Note: Day of registration will close at 8:30am for runners and 8:45am for walkers. No pets allowed.

For more information, visit the race page: Accept Zero Run, Walk, and Virtual 5K.