Strong Foundations 5K & Fun Run

Schedule

Sat, 02 May, 2026 at 09:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

7979 Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast, Byron Center, MI, United States, Michigan 49315 | Byron Center, MI

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The South Suburban Christian Schools are hosting the third annual Strong Foundations 5K Run/Walk this spring. The goal of this community event is to raise funds for the five schools’ Foundations, which reduces the overall tuition costs for all students. Again this year, there will be a Strong Foundations Fun Run, which is a 1-mile run for all ages and it will be officially timed.
The South Suburban Christian Schools include:
Byron Center Christian
Dutton Christian
Legacy Christian
Moline Christian
South Christian
Event Details
RACE TIMES
9:00 AM Strong Foundation 5K
10:00 AM Fun Run (one mile; all ages)

REGISTRATION PRICING
$20 - Strong Foundations 5K
$10 - Fun Run

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, May 1st, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM by the South Christian High School Gym. (The entrance by the anchor). If you cannot make it Friday night, you can pick up your event packet when check-in begins at 8:00 AM on Saturday by the soccer field.

SHIRTS
Event short sleeve t-shirts are included with the 5K Run/Walk and Fun Run. EVENT SHIRT DEADLINE IS April 15. Register by April 15th to be guaranteed an event shirt.

REFRESHMENTS
We encourage everyone to cheer on the final finishers and enjoy post-event refreshments.

AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top male and female in categories:
- 10 and under
- 11-14
- 15-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60 and up
Award ceremony at 9:45 am

REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
We are unable to issue refunds. The registration fees help cover the investments and purchases involved with this event. We appreciate your understanding. The event will still be held, rain or shine. However, in case of severe weather, please watch for an email or social media post regarding postponement or cancellation of event.

NOT RUNNING BUT WOULD LIKE TO DONATE?
You can support the schools' foundations by clicking on the orange button at the top of this page. If you prefer to donate by mail, please send a check (made out to South Christian High School) to 7979 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Byron Center, MI 49315.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at [email protected]
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7979 Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast, Byron Center, MI, United States, Michigan 49315

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