Races

Join us for the 19th Annual CLOT TROT!!!   We are excited to invite you to join us on Saturday, April 25th  This will be both an IN PERSON and VIRTUAL event (including on STRAVA). We will have a 1 mile and 5k option.   WHEN: Saturday, April 25th 2026 WHERE: Howard Amon Park in 500 Amon Park Dr, Richland, WA 99352 (back at the fingernail) Look for the firetruck!! TIME: 5k will start at 9:00am -  1 mile at 9:05am The race will not end until the last participant has finished!  Registration: Will be online until Friday, April 24th at 8:00pm  WALK UP REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY MORNING STARTING AT 8:00AM   -Share on social media (picture, selfie, screenshot of running route, etc) using #clottrotand be sure to tag us! (Facebook/Instagram: @clottrot) This is a family, friendly, fitness event for a good cause! Please visit our website www.clot-trot.org for more details on how to participate, and share our event on Facebook with your friends! Special 2026 Clot-Trot T-shirts are free for the f

Celebrate five decades of running with Fleet Feet at The Big Run presented by Brooks. This community 5K on Global Running Day is all about summer vibes, shared memories and the kind of runner’s high that keeps you coming back. Register today for The Big Run and let the good miles roll! *Online Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, June 3. After 12:00 pm, sign ups are available at the check in tent. DISTANCE: 5k fun run/walkWHEN: Wednesday, June 3, at 6:00 pmWHERE: Fleet Feet Tri-Cities- 620 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352PRICE: FREE Stay connected: ●       Find community at Fleet Feet Tri-Cities ●       Sign up for our newsletters ●       Join the Fleet Feet Rewards Program ●       Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

RACE LOCATION: Richland Gull Lake High School, 7753 N 34th St, Richland, MI  49083The 2025 Race Location (Start/Finish) will be at the High School.  This is the same location as last year. About Kathy's Run for Cancer: Kathy was diagnosed over the Memorial Day Weekend in 2023 with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer.  While there is no cure for this disease it is very treatable. Kathy has undergone multiple radiation and chemotherapy treatments.  After twelve weeks she’s had a great response to the treatment and is now only getting immunotherapy infusions every three weeks. Kathy is a fighter, and her great attitude has been instrumental to her positive results. By supporting our local cancer centers and education Kathy feels this turns a difficult situation into something very positive.  The opportunity to revamp this race came at the right time as the committee for the Rose Run decided to step away.  Kathy has gotten incredible care at the Bronson Cancer Center along with the West M

THE RIGHTEOUS RICHLAND SPRINT TRIATHLON IS JULY 11, 2026 Format: 1/2 mile swim; 12 mile mountain bike; 3 mile run Course Description: The race starts with a brisk 1/2 mile swim in the Columbia River along the length of Howard Amon Park. From the park we bike (MOUNTAIN BIKES, ONLY) a total of 12 miles via roads and bike paths to the Chamna Nature Preserve, where we will find plenty of off-road and single track riding. Mountain bikes only.  See below for GRAVEL BIKE DIVISION. The 3 mile run is along the foot paths heading south from the park, with the finish back in the park. Fees:• Race - $45 by June 29th at 11:59 pm and $60 after that date (3RRR members get a $3 discount if registered by June 29th)• If not a USAT member, additional charge for one-day license.(As a sanctioned USA Triathlon (USAT) event, all participants are required to have a USAT license. If you are not a card carrying member a One Day License must be purchased.  If you are a current USAT member you won't need to p

Celebrate the holiday spirit in the middle of summer at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon!  This means Santa is on Vacay! Come on out and join us at Leslie Groves Park in Richland.This festive race brings all the cheer of the season—without the cold—giving athletes a fun and energetic way to race during the warm summer months. Whether you’re tackling the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon, you’ll enjoy a spirited race atmosphere filled with holiday flair, seasonal fun, and motivation from start to finish. Runners and walkers of all levels are welcome to join in the celebration. All athletes who cross the finish line will receive a custom finisher medal and a spirited, race-themed shirt to commemorate their accomplishment. Awards will be presented to men and women for all three distances to the top finishers in the usual five-year age groups, starting at 10 & Under. Break out the holiday cheer, lace up your running shoes, and make summer miles merry at the Christmas in July 5K/10K/H

Race WebsiteAdditional race information can be found at http://www.3RRR.org. PlaceHoward Amon Park500 Amon DriveRichland, WA US 99352 THE AQUAMAN IS AT 6:00 PM ON JULY 31, 2026 READ THE FOLLOWING VERY CAREFULLY!!!  WE HAVE 3 CATEGORIES OF TEAMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT AND THESE TEAMS ARE NOT FOR ADULTS!!!  THESE TEAMS ARE FOR ATHLETES 13 TO 18 YEARS OF AGE.  iF YOU ARE AN ADULT OVER 18 YEARS OF AGE YOU MAY NOT REGISTER FOR ONE OF THE TEAM EVENTS.  THE TEAM EVENTS ARE FUND RAISERS FOR THE LOCAL SWIMMING AND XC TEAMS.  DETAILS OF THIS FUNDRAISING WILL BE COORDINATED WITH LOCAL SWIM AND XC TEAM COACHES.  ONE MORE TIME - YOU MAY NOT REGISTER FOR THE TEAM EVENTS IF YOU ARE OVER 18 YEARS OLD.  COTACT ERIC AT sageg@charter.net IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. Format: 1/2 mile swim and 3 mile run Course Description: The race starts with a brisk 1/2 mile swim in the Columbia River along the length of Howard Amon Park. The 3 mile run is along the foot paths heading south from the park, with the

TITANIUM MAN JR. TRIATHLONRace date is August 1, 2026 For 7-12 year old triathletes! Hey kids --> It's your turn! Here is a chance to give triathlon a try. See if you’ve got what it takes to get to the finish line…we think you can do it. Hey parents --> Here is a chance for your young athletes to try something a little different by putting a swim, bike, and run together in one event. We have designed a safe course with plenty of adult supervision that will be fun for the kids to challenge.  The 200-yard swim will be in the river in a shallow area near shore with plenty of adult swimmer support. The 4.5-mile bike leg is all on a bike path, except for a short portion in the boat ramp parking lot which will be heavily barricaded and controlled. Helmets are required during the bike ride. The 1-mile run will be completely on a foot path.  7 & 8 year olds will bike and run half of this distance. IMPORTANT BIKE INFORMATION.  PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.  WE WILL NO LONGER ALLOW THE US

THE PLUTONIUM MAN TRIATHLON TAKES PLACE ON AUGUST 29, 2026 TWO DISTANCES TO CHOOSE FROM:  you have the choice of Olympic distance, sprint distance, or relay teams for the Olympic distance event. RACE FORMAT: 1.3 km swim; 40 km bike; 10 km run for the Olympic distance triathlon and 1.3 km swim, 20 km bike, and 5 km run for the sprint distance triathlon. Course Description: Swimmers enter the Columbia River at a beach about 400 yards upstream of the North Richland starch plant and swim downstream with the current (fast times, baby) 1.3 km to the exit just upstream of Sprout Road.  The single transition area will be at the SE corner of the WSU Tri-Cities campus grounds.  Cyclists will head west on Sprout Road, turn right on George Washington Way and follow the course as described on the course maps.  Olympic distance triathletes will do 2 loops of the bike course while the sprint distance triathletes do one loop. The run will also consist of two loops that take runners upstream (north) al

PLAYTRI - OFFICIAL TRIATHLON STORE OF IRONMAN  We bring our expert in-house mechanics and triathletes to IRONMAN® Events and offer the highest quality rentals, repair and maintenance services for you and your bike. From race ready tunes up to complete overhaul packages, we'll keep you riding and racing smooth on the road! We are a full-service shop available onsite to take care of additional services leading up to and on race day.

Sage 5k is a good mix of trail and paved path on the banks of the Columbia and Yakima River. This is a fundraiser for Runners of the Sage that has the mission to encourage active and healthy lifestyles while building community. Runners of the Sage provides free and healthy activities all year round for our area and the proceeds keep us going. Thank you for your support! Please come do this as a race, as a tempo workout, as a family/friend fun run, or just walk it! There will be custom overall awards, gifts for all participants, Runners of the Sage Swag for purchase, Ice Ice Baby will be providing post run treats, as well as a $100 for the particant that can do the most pull ups post 5k. Come celebrate 9 Years of running together and providing community in the Tri-Cities!

Run, Walk, and Rally to End Senior Hunger with Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels! Join us Saturday, October 3 at 10 AM for our Oktoberfeast-themed 5K Fun Run & Walk along the beautiful Columbia River. Whether you’re racing for a personal best, strolling with friends, bringing the kids (and dogs!), or just showing up for the fun—this event is all about coming together for a cause that stays right here at home! 📍 Start & Finish: 2600 North Columbia Center Boulevard (Parking near New Vintage Church) Everyone Is Welcome Runners, walkers, strollers, wheelchair users, kids, teams, and dogs are all encouraged to join. And yes… costumes are highly encouraged too! 🎉 Make Your Miles Matter New this year: every participant is a fundraiser—but it’s totally flexible. When you register, you’ll automatically get your own fundraising page where friends, family, and coworkers can support your 5K. Fundraise as much or as little as you’d like No minimum required—your registration is enough to participate Want to go all in? Form a team or even create a page for your dog Can't come in person? Or not interested in racing? Consider selecting our virtual 5K option to still help support our cause to outrun Senior hunger! Every dollar raised stays right here in our community for Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, helping ensure local seniors have access to nutritious meals and meaningful connection. Join the Fun (and Friendly Competition!) Top Fundraiser AwardLargest Team PrizeCostume Contest (people and pups!)Timed race option with prizes Free Community After-Party The finish line is just the beginning! Stick around for a free OktoberFeast-style celebration open to everyone—even if you didn’t participate in the race. Food & refreshmentsLive musicBeer gardenFamily activitiesKid ZoneDog ZoneAnd more! 📍 Located at the Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels campus (right by end the end of the race) Festivities continue until 2 PM Registration Details Online registration open until the night before Day-of registration available on-site Register by September 9 to guarantee your event t-shirt (Later registrations will receive shirts after the event) Virtual Racing option available Questions? donate@gencare.org

This 5K run will begin and end at the Country Mercantile, 5015 Ava Way, Richland, WA. This is a paved course using sidewalks and paved trails. What is a prediction run? - This means you pick your own start time and aim to finish at 10:00 am. For example, if you plan to run a 30-minute 5K, start at 9:30. The $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt.

Get ready for a spine-tingling race experience at the Running Scared 5K & 13K—where thrills, chills, and fast times collide! Whether you’re brave enough to tackle the 5K or daring enough to conquer the 13K, this Halloween-themed event delivers a fun and festive atmosphere perfect for runners of all levels. Costumes are encouraged, so come dressed to impress (or frighten) as you take on a course filled with seasonal spirit. We will gather at Leslie Groves Park in Richland, WA. All athletes will receive a long-sleeve race shirt—perfect for those crisp fall mornings—and a custom finisher medal to commemorate their accomplishment. For those looking to push their limits, take on the Deadly Double by completing both the 5K and the 13K. It’s the ultimate test of endurance and Halloween courage! Competitive runners will have plenty to race for. Awards will be presented to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in both the 5K and 13K, as well as the Top Three in Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Overall categories. In addition, the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups will receive awards in both race distances. For those taking on the Deadly Double, special recognition will be given to the Top Three Male and Female finishers who complete both races. Whether you’re running for fun, fitness, or a frightfully good challenge, the Running Scared 5K & 13K is sure to be a hauntingly good time you won’t want to miss!

The Bethlehem Lutheran Fall Fest was started in 2000 by a group of parents, teachers, and school supporters. It is the main fundraising event for Bethlehem Lutheran School. Fall Fest has quickly grown into an annual community event with hundreds of runners (kids and adults) enjoying the fall weather and participating in Fest activities that include bounce houses, games, and local food vendors. Fall Fest is a celebration of Bethlehem Lutheran School’s involvement in the Tri-Cities’ community as well as welcoming in the new school year. Together, our goal is to raise $40,000 for new improvements to our school! This year, we are fundraising install a book vending machine and give our school library a nice refresh. Please join us for our one-mile and 5k races along the river at Howard Amon Park in Richland, WA!

🎃 4th Annual Monster Mash 5K & Creature Crawl 1K 👾 Join the Mid-Columbia Children's Museum for the 4th Annual Monster Mash 5K & Creature Crawl 1K, a family-friendly Halloween event bringing together costumes, movement, and hands-on fun in support of the future Mid-Columbia Children's Museum. Whether you're running the 5K, walking with friends, or cheering on your little monster in the Creature Crawl, there's something for everyone! 📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026 📍 Howard Amon Park | Richland, WA What to Expect 🏃 Costume-friendly 5K run/walk 👾 Creature Crawl 1K for kids and families 🔬 STEM-inspired activities 🍂 Family-friendly fall fun ❤️ Support the future Mid-Columbia Children's Museum 🎟️ Registration Registration opens at 9:00 AM on September 1, 2026! Register early and join us for one of our favorite family events of the year. Early registration ends October 1st! 💙 Foster & Kinship Families Discounted registration is available for foster and kinship families. To receive a special registration code, please reach out to us at info@mccmuseum.org. We want Monster Mash to be an event all families in our community can enjoy! 🎃👾 Race Day Rules 🎃 Costumes encouraged — keep them safe to run or walk in! 👶 Strollers welcome — please start toward the back. 🐾 Please leave pets at home (service animals welcome). 👾 Keep little monsters supervised. ➡️ Stay on the marked course and follow volunteer directions. ❤️ Be kind, have fun, and cheer each other on! Additional race-day details, including check-in and start times, will be shared closer to the event. We can't wait to celebrate another year of community, creativity, curiosity, and fun with you!

The 43rd Annual Tri-Cities Marathon & Relay will be held Sunday, October 25, 2026!   Remembering Richard "Keith" Fuller. 1957-2025   Join us at the Riverfront Hotel in Richland to run 13.1 or 26.2! Don't feel like going that far? You can also form a relay team of up to four for the marathon.   Improvements for 2026 are already taking shape! We cannot wait to announce them!   Registration: Super Early Bird (November 1 - December 31): $70 Marathon / $55 Half Marathon / $140 Relay Team Early Bird (January 1 - April 30): $80 Marathon / $65 Half Marathon / $160 Relay Team Standard (May 1 - October 9): $90 Marathon / $75 Half Marathon / $180 Relay Team Late (October 10 and after): $100 Marathon / $85 Half Marathon / $200 Relay Team   No paper registrations outside of packet pickup and race morning.   Each entry fee covers: Full course support with aid stations every 2 miles, free event t-shirt, finisher's medal, fully automatic chip timing and more. Relay fee is fixed reg

Lace up for a fun and meaningful run/walk in support of the Oscar Mike Fund—named for the military term meaning “On the Move.” This event benefits the Prep’s Third Semester program, which immerses students in real-world learning experiences, from local service initiatives to international travel programs

The 51st Columbia River Classic 10Mile & 2 Mile Run Presented by:  3 Rivers Road Runners Sponsored by: FotoRuby, Atomic Ale, Eastern Oregon timing, SunWest Sportswear   Races:  We have a 2-mile fun run and a 10-mile competitive run on the docket for you. Where:  The races will begin and end at the USS Triton Submarine Memorial off the intersection of 11th Avenue and George Washington Way. When:  Saturday, November 14, 2026.  2-mile race starts at 9:00 am and the 10-miler at 10:00 am. Packet Pick Up and Late Registration – Friday, November 13th from 4:00-7:00 Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery 1015 Lee Blvd, Richland, WA 99352   Day of Packet Pick Up & Late Registration – At the USS Triton Submarine Park 3240 Richardson Road starting at 8:30am (North on George Washington, East on 11th Avenue). The 2 Mile Dash is free for children 15 years old and younger.  Let's get the kids out there enjoying a healthy habit! Fees: Free - 2 Mile Dash for kids 15 years old and younger $10.00 -

Take a magical journey through a life-sized Candy Land! Walk, hike, or run as you relive one of your favorite childhood games as a real-life adventure. Enjoy some of Tri-Cities' local trails, visit the candy-themed stations for a variety of treats, and meet special Candy Land characters.  This event is a fundraiser for Mirror Ministries. All proceeds and entry fees will go directly to support Mirror Ministries, an organization of people who embrace a vision of hope for victims and survivors of sex trafficking. We work toward this vision knowing God’s grace is reflected in each one of us as we pray, serve, and give to show survivors their true worth. For more information visit https://www.mirror-ministries.org/   Walk - Run - Hike - Ruck Details:   This sweet adventure will start and end in the parking lot of Candy Mountain in Richland, WA. We offer three different routes depending on your ability and how long you want to stay in Candy Land. All routes will be on trails. You will be

RICHLAND RUNFEST 2026 is presented by 3 Rivers Road Runners (3RRR) DISTANCES: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K (both in person and virtual options)There will be a medal for each race (and they will fit together to make one big medal if you do all 3!!!)You can register for one in person option and then the other distances virtually or all 3 races virtually to obtain all three medals that will fit together to make one cool medal.Did I mention--Do all 3 races and you get 3 medals that go together to get one big medal--you have 3 weeks to complete the virtual options PRIOR to the in person race date and 1 week AFTER the in person race date and you get a discount. DATES: In Person Race: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Virtual Race Window: Friday February 6, 2026 to Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm. TIMES: Half Marathon will start at 8:30am10K and 5K will start at 8:45amALL race courses close at 12:30 PM. WHERE: Richland, WAStart and Finish will be at Columbia Point Marina Park Use the address of 660 Columbia Point Drive, Richland WA 99354 for GPS directions. FACEBOOK Please like us on Facebook for updates and inspiration: www.facebook.com/richlandrunfest.This year we have a running group and training plan (both beginner and intermediate/advanced) for ALL distances: the half marathon, 10K and 5K. See Facebook for details or see the running group and training plan section. REGISTRATION: RACE DISTANCE Until 11/16/2025 11/17/2025 to 12/31/2025 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026 2/1/2026 to 2/28/2026** Half Marathon $60 $65 $70 $75 10K $25 $30 $35 $40 5K $20 $25 $30 $35 Online registration ends WHEN THE RACES FILL UP (if they don't fill up there will be race day signup), FOR VIRTUAL RACES on Wednesday, February 6, at 8 PM (For those with injuries or conflicts and need to switch to the virtual, that can be approved by the race director after that date. The entry fees include a finisher medal, light weight hoodie pullover shirt (for the half marathon only, 10K and 5K can purchase for additional cost), finish line treats (for the in person races), a surprise gift, and great company with our awesome volunteers and fellow runners (for the in person races). The 10K and 5K can purchase the shirt option separately for $25 extra (until the shirt cutoff date of 2/6/2026).**The cut off for shirts will be 2/6/2026. Shirts are only available for purchase by 10K and 5K runners and guaranteed for half marathon runners registered by 2/6/2026. Shirts will be available at packet pick up on Friday and after the race on race day on a first come, first serve basis if you register after 2/6/2026. We appreciate your understanding with this deadline that allows us to finalize event details. Shirts will be a light weight hoodie pullover (similar to the past years)**All runners (virtual and in person) will need to pick up their race packets at packet pickup, those virtual runners wanting their packets mailed will need to choose the additional mailing option at check out! If you don't pick the mailing option you will not get your packet mailed to you. All virtual packets being mailed well be done at the latest 1-2 weeks AFTER the close of the virtual window (3/6/2026). There will be a $25 discount if you (same person) register for all 3 races (example: the in person half marathon and the 10K and 5K virtual).For every participant that signs up (in person race or virtual) we will be donating $2.50 to a local charity, Grace Collective; and $2.50 to be split amongst our local school and community groups that man our aid stations. For more information please check out the Grace Collective Website and the charity section below for our local groups. If you are a current 3RRR club member, your entry fee is $3 less for the half and $2 less for the 10K and 5K. Please select that option for the discount when registering. SIGN UP EARLY TO SAVE!! The in person races will have a maximum of 250 runners in the half marathon, 250 in the 10k, and 250 in the 5k. There may be packet pick up registration the day before the race and race day ONLY if there is space remaining, please sign up early.You may change between race distances on-line under your race account up until 2/27/2026. You will be charged the difference in cost if you are going up in distance, if you are going down in distance there is no extra charge-but you will not get a refund.THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS. We appreciate your understanding with our policies as a non-profit, volunteer led race, we have to balance our policies with what we can reliably provide for our runners. If life events or injury prevent you from running you can always switch to the virtual option at no charge and run it when you can (you can chose to pick up your packet at packet pick up or pay the shipping fee and it will be sent to you with all the other virtual runners who picked the mailing option). PACKET PICKUP: Packet Pickup will be on Friday February 27, 2026 from 3:30-6 pm. Location: The Lodge at Columbia Point, 530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA 99352Packet Pickup will be on race morning from 7:30-8:15am ONLY for those coming from out of town (or by arrangement), locals please pick up your pack on Friday. Packet pick up will end at 8:15am race morning so don't be late. PLEASE NOTE THIS IT NOT AT THE START AREA, it is about a 3-5 min walk from the start area.For the virtual races, you MUST pick up your goodies at Packet Pickup as above or on Race Day. If you are only doing virtual and want your goodies mailed to you then pick the shipping option (an additional charge will apply) and your packet will be sent to you 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the virtual race window THE IN PERSON RACE SET UP Timing will be by chip. There will be mats for timing at the start and finish. Every Finisher will receive a finisher medal--- all 3 race medals will fit together in a unique way, so you can do all three distances and it will be cool! There will be three aid stations on the course --one around mile 3 and one around mile 4.5 and 12 (same one you pass twice), and the third around mile 6.5 and 10 (same one you pass twice). The course will be about the same as last year so checkout the course maps below-it is not a flat course. RACE DAY PHOTOS Chris Ruby is capturing your race day in photos! They will be available after the race at no charge to participantsThank you Chris!LINK TO THE FOTO RUBY PHOTO GALLERY and you can search the year--Click HERE RUNNING GROUP AND TRAINING PLAN Again this year Jen Comfort of Jennifer Comfort Coaching is writing our training plans for the half marthon, 10K and 5K. She has put together a beginner and intermediate plan for each distance so there should be something for everyone!! Thanks Coach Jen.I and several others from the run group will be leading the running group on Saturdays. The running group will be meeting on Saturday mornings at 6:45am (running by 7am) at the Wake Up Call Coffee (formerly Black Rock Coffee, formerly Roasters) on George Washington Way in Richland. We ask that you park down in Howard Amon parking below and walk up to not overwhelm coffee shop parking lot. All levels are welcome, we will be running the distances that are listed on the training plans but often others are running more or less. Experienced runners are encouraged to attend (and now we have a training plan for you too) to help mentor those who are new to our beloved sport.The Saturday runs will be posted on the Facebook page.The training plan is posted here on this website and on the Facebook page as well. Remember that everyone is responsible for their own health and that they have checked with their doctor prior to participating.If you are not a part of Facebook please just show up to a Saturday morning run and we will get you all the details you need (or contact me-the race director). AWARDS ONLY FOR THE IN PERSON RACES (virtual has no awards-only the finisher medals)There will be an awards table to pick up your award at the race finish line (they will not be mailed out later).OVERALL top three female finishers for each distance. OVERALL top three male finishers for each distance.Age Group Awards: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up FINISH LINE We will be following all health department and WA guidelines to have a safe in person race.There will be bottled water and lots of prepackaged foods for all finishers.More Info as we get closer to race day.Last year we had a coffee truck and hope to have the same this year. RACE RESULTS: All race results are posted at nsplit.com. VOLUNTEERING: PLEASE consider having your friends or family members volunteer for the race. The Volunteers make your race experience that much better.If you know of anyone interested in volunteering, please have them contact Amanda Lang at richlandrunfest@gmail.com. or signup here on the website. OUR CHARITIES Grace Collective (local): Grace Collective is a nonprofit that offers hope and opportunity for lasting change to women survivors of trafficking, addiction, homelessness and poverty. We do this by fostering a community of grace where women learn job and life skills that enable them to gain sustainable employment and a secure future for themselves and their children. AND Atlas Freedom: Their mission statement: We exist to empower the rescue and restoration of those in sexual slavery and to prevent exploitation. Local School Bands that are playing and manning our aid stations. So far we have Richland High School Band Program and will have another Band Program as well. For every race entry we will be donating $5 ($2.50 to Grace Collective/Atlas Freedom and $2.50 to the School Band Programs to split.You can give additional donations, click on the donate at the top of the page or during registration.Depending on how many sponsors we can get for the race we will also be donating additional monies. If you know an organization that would like to sponsor please contact the race director (see below for information). Any other questions, please email the race director, Amanda Lang, at richlandrunfest@gmail.com. Please remember the race director is a volunteer and works a full time job that does not allow checking of phone, email or Facebook while at work. Please be patient, I promise to get back to you, it just may take a day (or two/three in a really busy week).

K is for Kindness is a 5K and 1K fun run to benefit Spectrum Studios and Empower Center for Growth.   The Tri-Cities only nonprofit for young adults on the autism spectrum who have aged out of school—creating opportunities, connections, enrichment and growth. Empower Center for Growth is a welcoming community hub dedicated to individuals who are looking for a place to connect, learn, and grow. It’s a space to hang out with new friends, take creative and life-skills classes, and discover new interests in a supportive, inclusive environment. Whether you want to explore art, cooking, technology, or personal development, Empower Center for Growth is here to help you build confidence, friendships, and lifelong skills.