OHIOGUIDESTONE Promise Run
About this race
Join us in a 5k, 10k, or 1-mile run/walk to benefit the individuals OhioGuidestone serves. Each registered participant will receive a run bag with a Promise Run t-shirt and a complimentary smoothie following the race. Stick around to check out the brand new Wallace Lake Grille, enjoy family-friendly activities and applaud the top performers in the awards presentation.
Get a group together, bring the whole family (strollers and leashed pets are welcome), or come solo - we can't wait to see you at Wallace Lake!
Why We Run
We run for those taking their first steps towards their healthiest future. We run because we are committed to mental health, well-being, and whole person care. We run because our programs empower people across the lifespan navigate life's challenges and opportunities. We run to forge new life paths for those we serve.
Where We Run
Wallace Lake, Berea OH - Cleveland Metroparks
Please refer to the map at the bottom of this page which includes a pin of the location of Wallace Lake. Please don't use the 213 Prospect Rd address as it will take you just outside of the Metroparks. Instead, please search "Wallace Lake Park" in your navigation app or open this pin from your phone: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GFtE7o5WaFhabz6J7
Start Times
10k starts at 8:00AM ET
5k & 1-mile start at 8:30AM ET
**If you do not pick up your run packet (bib + run bag) prior to the day of the run, please allow extra time to check-in and collect your run packet. Check-in opens at 7:00AM on the morning of the event.
Registration Fees
Pre-Registration (now through August 31st) for individuals:
10k, 5k, 1mi - $40
Pre-Registration for a group of 4 or more (now through August 31st):
10k, 5k, 1mi - $35/each member
Late Registration & Day-of (September 1st-26th):
10k, 5k, 1mi - $45
*Option to "opt-out" of receiving a Promise Run t-shirt as part of run bag to save $5 is available for all pre-registered participants.
**Late and day-of-event registrations are not guaranteed a run bag with a shirt and sizes will be subject to availability.
Virtual Run/Walk
If you have a conflict on Saturday, September 26th in Berea, you can still participate virtually and support a great cause! Run or walk at home on your own time (you don't even have to walk/run on the same day!), or with an organized group in your neighborhood. If you are able to organize a group run/walk in your locality, please contact Molly Martens at molly.martens@ohioguidestone.org so that we can publicize your group's meeting place for more potential participants to join you.
Please note that you will not receive a bib for signing up for a virtual run/walk, but your run bag with your Promise Run t-shirt may be available for pick-up at one of our regional offices (please check back for more information) or can be shipped to you for an additional cost.
Unable to participate but still want to support our cause? Make a donation, all proceeds raised will empower our clients to take steps towards their healthiest future.
Timing Method
10k and 5K: RFID Chip timed
1 Mile: Untimed
Awards (10k and 5K)
10k - Top 3 Male, Top 3 Female & Top 3 Non-Binary Overall (9 awards total)
Top Male, Female & Non-Binary "Masters" in 65+ age group (3 awards total)
Top Male, Female & Non-Binary "Juniors" for 12 & under age group (3 awards total)
5k - Top 3 Male, Top 3 Female & Top 3 Non-Binary Overall (9 awards total)
Top Male, Female & Non-Binary "Masters" in 65+ age group (3 awards total)
Top Male, Female & Non-Binary "Juniors" for 12 & under age group (3 awards total)
Packet Pickup
Run packets, including your bib and run bags, will be available for pick-up in Berea the week before the event. Please check back for details.
More Information
This race is leashed dog and Stroller friendly!
Learn more about OhioGuidestone and the services we provide on our website - https://ohioguidestone.org/
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Running
10k Run
5k Run/Walk
1 Mile Walk
VIRTUAL 10K/5K/1 Mile
OGS Employee 10k
OGS Employee 5k
OGS Employee 1 Mile
OGS VIRTUAL 10K/5K/1 Mile
Typical race-day weather
Based on 12 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Berea, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:19 AM and sets at 7:18 PM local time (EDT) in Berea on September 26, 2026 — 11h 58m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — OHIOGUIDESTONE Promise Run
168 finishers across 2 distances · leading places in the 10k Run
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zach Kassem | 44:31 | 7:11 /mi |
| 2 | Yash Thakkar | 44:34 | 7:11 /mi |
| 3 | Rick Bannerman | 47:44 | 7:42 /mi |
| 4 | Kenneth Pope | 47:58 | 7:44 /mi |
| 5 | Gabby Lorusso | 47:59 | 7:44 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
All results by year
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Find upcoming events by distance:
- Berea 5K Races 4 races
- Berea Running Calendar 2026 5 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 5 Berea events
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