5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K

The Purple Light Project (PLP) was created in 2020 to bring support to our behavioral health patients.  PLP represent our commitment to serving our patients 24/7, someone is always here if you or someone you know, needs help.  Since its inception, the need has grown and PLP strives to bring support to the entire behavioral health system. Our patients benefit from food vouchers, safe transportation to a support system’s residence, warm winter clothing, dignity and hygiene items or human experience items for while they are in treatment with us.

100% of the funds raised through the 5k goes to patients.

Race starts at IOL Campus at 200 Retreat Ave. Hartford, CT 06114. Registration begins at 8:00am, the Fun Run for 10 & under is at 8:30am and the Race begins at 9:00am.

Awards for top male, female, and non-binary in the following age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-45, 46-59, 60-69 & 70 & up

Professionally timing & scoring by Fast Track Timing. 

Reusable water bottles and t-shirts for 5k 17 and under and 5k 18 and older, free with registration. 

Join fellow runners on October 3, 2026 for the 5th Annual Purple Light Project 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Hartford.