3rd Hope 4 Healing Walk / Run / Roll / Stroll

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3311 Ashby Rd, Saint Ann MO

Saturday, August 1st, 2026

THE MISSION

Greetings from Dr. Dora Washington, Founder and Executive Director of Tower of Hope Ministries.

On behalf of our organization and our Race Team, thank you for your interest in participating in our annual Hope 4 Healing event!

Purpose: The mission for the Hope 4 Healing event is to raise funds and awareness of the need for healing from childhood trauma.
Vision: The vision of Tower of Hope Ministries is to transform people from trauma survivors into healed overcomers.
Fund Utilization: The funds raised will be used to help with our Build the Tower Campaign, secure a permanent meeting space, and cover operating expenses.
Additional Needs: Funds will also go towards technology upgrades, scholarships for our Academy program, and other pressing needs.

THE MINISTRY

Tower of Hope Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We help people triumph gloriously over trauma through research knowledge and faith-based strategies.

Empowerment: Since 2017, we have helped men and women conquer the long-term effects of childhood trauma by empowering them with H.O.P.E. (Heal. Overcome. Persevere. Educate.)
Methods: We accomplish this through group workshops, coaching, online courses, and community outreach.
Physical Activity: One of the elements we incorporate in the healing process is physical exercise to help reverse trauma effects.

THE MESSAGE

There are numerous testimonies of how participants have found healing, hope, and help because of our program.

Testimonial: One person said, "I learned that my brain changed because of the trauma I experienced."
Freedom: Another remarked, "Every day brings more freedom!"
Event Impact: We believe this event will be a beacon to the world to let people know that there is hope!
Healing Process: As with a race, healing comes one step at a time!

TENTATIVE AGENDA

Friday, July 31st: 4:30 pm-7:00 pm - Packet Pickup (Swag bag and race bib) - Place: St. Ann Community Center, 1 Community Center Dr, St. Ann.
Saturday, August 1st: 6:30 am-7:45 am - Registration / Sign-in / Packet Pickup - Tiemeyer Park, 3311 Ashby Rd, St. Ann, MO.
8:00 am: Race begins promptly (This is a timed event with results available immediately).
10:30 am: Activities conclude / Park clean-up.

THE LOCATION

Run, walk, roll, or stroll. This family event is open to all! Go at your own pace on foot, in wheelchairs (manual/electric), or bring the baby strollers. (No bikes, electric scooters, hoverboards, segways or other motorized modes of transportation permitted).

The race will be held in Tiemeyer Park. There are some slight inclines along the course, so be prepared for a good workout.

Route: The route begins inside the park and then ventures out along a neighboring street.
Fountain: We head back into the park and take a lap around the beautiful fountain, then return to the starting location.
Time Limit: All participants must be able to finish the course within 3 hours.
Weather: We will walk/run/roll/stroll rain or shine, please dress accordingly.

PARKING

Please park in the Hoech Middle School parking lot across from Tiemeyer Park. Only handicapped parking and parking for sponsors will be allowed inside Tiemeyer Park.

REGISTRATION

Early Bird Registration: Through Saturday, July 11th for 5K & 10K Adults. Price increases on July 12th.
Virtual Participation: $29 plus registration fee (ages 11+).
Children 10 and under: are FREE.
T-shirts: Will be distributed to in-person Adult & Youth participants that register by July 18th or while supplies last.

REFUNDS

Due to event costs invested prior to the race, entry fees will not be refunded. You may transfer your bib to another person if you are unable to participate in the live event.