3rd Annual Running For Prevention 5k run/walk

Schedule

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am

UTC-04:00

Location

Giorgetti Park | Rutland, VT

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We are SO excited to announce our 3rd Annual Running for Prevention 5K Walk/Run & Family Event โ€” happening Saturday, April 25th (the last Saturday in April) during National Child Abuse Prevention Month! ๐Ÿ’™
This event is more than a race โ€” itโ€™s a powerful, joy-filled community celebration focused on strengthening families, building resilience, and raising awareness of the protective factors that help children and families thrive. Together, weโ€™re celebrating safe, supportive environments for kids while raising vital funds for prevention-focused programs right here in Rutland County.
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We are thrilled to partner this year with the Rutland City Police Department and the Child First Advocacy Center as our collaborators โ€” reinforcing our shared commitment to protecting children and supporting families in Rutland County. ๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿงธ
๐ŸŽก And of courseโ€ฆ the AFTER-PARTY!
Following the walk/run, stick around for our always-popular carnival-style celebration, featuring:
๐Ÿ” Food trucks
๐Ÿฐ Bounce houses
๐ŸŽฏ Dunk tanks
๐Ÿ“ธ Selfie stations
๐Ÿพ Therapy dogs
๐ŸŽจ Face painting & henna tattoos
๐Ÿš’ Hands-on exploration of fire trucks, ambulances & police vehicles
๐Ÿค Plus a plethora of amazing community partners who serve children and families across Rutland County!
Whether you walk, run, cheer, or just come to celebrate โ€” this is a day for the whole community. ๐Ÿ’™
๐Ÿ‘‰ Save the date. Spread the word. Get ready to Run for Prevention!
๐ŸŒŸ Calling all Community Partners & Sponsors!
Weโ€™re officially beginning to fill spots for community partners and sponsorships! If youโ€™re looking to support an incredible cause and a high-impact, family-friendly event:
๐Ÿ“ž Call us at 802-773-9711
๐Ÿ’ฌ Or message us right here on Facebook!
Sign up now using the Link or QR.

** All Rutland County Parent Child Centers Families can qualify for a discount code-- call 802-775-9711 to learn more**
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Where is it happening?

Giorgetti Park, 2 Oak St Ext, Rutland, VT 05701-5105, United States

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