Run It Forward 5K
Run It Forward. Together Towards Tomorrow.
Join us on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Crestmont Park for the inaugural Run It Forward 5K, the official launch of what will become an annual signature event for the Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program.
This is more than a race.
It is forward motion in action.
Whether you are a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, a walker, or a family participating together, this event is designed to be welcoming, safe, and community-centered. The 3.1-mile course begins and ends inside Crestmont Park and loops through the surrounding neighborhood, creating a visible and energizing presence in the community we serve.
Why We Run
April is National Financial Literacy Month, and Run It Forward highlights the connection between wellness, discipline, preparation, and long-term success. Just like training for a 5K, building strong futures requires consistency, accountability, and community support.
Proceeds from this race support mentorship, leadership development, scholarships, wellness initiatives, and community service programs serving youth and women across multiple states.
When you register, you are helping create access.
When you run, you are helping move someone forward.
Race Day Experience
• Scenic neighborhood loop starting and finishing at Crestmont Park
• Hydration stations along the course
• Finisher medals for all participants
• Awards for top 3 overall finishers
• Music, energy, and community atmosphere
• Post-race celebration before the Crestmont Park Annual Community Fair (1:00–4:00 PM)
Schedule
8:00 AM – Check-in Opens
9:00 AM – 5K Start
10:15 AM – Course Closes
Participants are encouraged to stay and enjoy the community fair later that afternoon.
Who Should Register?
• Runners
• Walkers
• Families
• Corporate teams
• School groups
• Community members who believe in forward motion
This is the first year of what your participation helps establish the foundation and impact we make!
Run (or walk) with purpose.
Run (or walk) with community.
Run It Forward. Walk it Forward.
Apr 04, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$37.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Houston.
Learn more about the host city, Houston.
Houston is a sprawling port city in Southeastern Texas. An oil boom and continuing international immigration has brought explosive growth to the city, and it is now the fifth largest metropolitan area in the United States and the most diverse large city since 2021. While at first glance, the city appears to be a 9-5 central business district surrounded by a sea of suburbs and strip malls, there are many hidden gems to be discovered.
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