Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness - Virtual Run/Walk

National Mental Health Awareness week is May 11-17, 2026.  We believe that mental health conditions are important to discuss year-round, but highlighting them during Mental Health Awareness Week provides a dedicated time for mental health advocates across the country to come together as one unified voice. That is why we are bringing awareness through our virtual run/walk, to help spread awareness and break the stigma!

This race benefits: NAMI, National Alliance on Mental Illness

HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN

• Register for the race
• Complete a 1k, 5k, 10k, Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between May 11-17, 2026
• Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate
• Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group to share and celebrate with other participants.

• Race Medal
• Printable Race Bib
• Printable Finisher Certificate

HOW TO CREATE A TEAM

• Only 1 person needs to create a team name during registration
• Share your team name so others can join when they go to register

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How do I print my bib? 
  Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
• How do I print my finisher certificate?
  Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
• Do I have to submit my time to get my swag?
  No, submitting your time is optional.
• How do I track my time?
  You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps.
• Do all team members have to run/walk together?
  No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time.
• Do all team members have to do the same distance?
  No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
• When will I get my medal?
  Medals will start to ship mid-April through the end of the race.