Opportunities to run for a good cause coming up

August 28, 2013 6:33 PM

Photo courtesy of Shannon Turner/JDRF.

Got Creek?

Organized by the Oak Mountain Runners Club, the Got Creek 5K is a race that’s billed as “a change of pace from the normal road.” Its route crosses a creek multiple times, so runners are encouraged to wear their old shoes.

The race, which supports youth athletics at Oak Mountain schools, is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Sept. 28 at Heardmont Park on Alabama Highway 119.

Participants who register before Sept. 8 pay only $25, and the fee includes a shirt. After Sept. 8, registration is $30. On race day, registration begins at 6 a.m. and is $35. Discounted rates are available for students and alumni of Oak Mountain schools.

Paws for the Cause

The Animal League of Birmingham is hosting its 5th Annual Paws for the Cause Dog-Friendly 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The event, scheduled for Sept. 21 at Veterans Park, benefits the Shelby County Humane Society. Last year’s race sent numerous pets to forever homes up the east coast.

The race promises a fun-filled morning for families and their four-legged friends, as food and goods vendors will be set up at the park.

Registration fees for the 5K Run/Walk are $30 and $25 for the 1 Mile Fun Run/Pet Walk. Participants can enter both for $35. Add $5 for late registration. Packet pickup will be Friday, September 20 at the Track Shak on U.S. 280 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. or on the morning of the race. Late registration opens at 7 a.m. on Sept. 21.

R(un) for One

Lifeline Children’s Services will hold the R(un) for One on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 8 a.m. at Veterans Park.

Proceeds will benefit Lifeline Children’s Services (un)adopted program, which helps provide safe environments for orphans in need around the world.

Registration fees for the 5K are $30 and $10 for the Kids F(un) R(un). Add $5 for late registration. Packet pickup will be Friday, Sept. 6 at the Track Shak on U.S. 280 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. or on the morning of the race. Late registration opens at 7 a.m. on Sept. 7.

Register online via active.com by Sept. 6. For more information, contact Elizabeth Gilmer at 940-4623 or email elizabeth.gilmer@lifelinechild.org.

Walk to Cure Diabetes

The 2013 Birmingham Walk to Cure Diabetes offers participants a way to show support for those living with type 1 diabetes. The event, scheduled for Sept. 29 at Veterans Park, supports JDRF, a global organization focused on type 1 diabetes research.

Registration for the 5K walk begins at 1 p.m. on Sept. 29, and the walk is scheduled to start at 2 p.m.

For more, contact Shannon Turner at 421-9964, email sturner@jdrf.org or visit jdrf.org.

Orphan Run

Sponsored by Christ City Church, Orphan Run is designed to support orphans both locally and globally. The event raises funds for adoptions and organizations providing orphan care.

The event is scheduled for Oct. 5 at 8 a.m. Register online via active.com by Oct. 3 for $30. Late registration opens at 7 a.m. on Oct. 5.

For more, visit christcitychurch.org/orphanrun.asp.

Hearts for Hasberry

The Hearts for Hasberry 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run is raising money to support Hoover resident Greg Hasberry and his family as he searches for a kidney donor.

Hasberry is a local fitness instructor who suffered from double kidney failure in 2012. The race was developed by a group of individuals who have all been touched by Hasberry and want to give back.

The event is scheduled for Oct. 6 at 8 a.m. at Veterans Park. Register online via active.com. Cost to enter is $35 for the 5K and $30 for the Fun Run.

For more, contact Sarah Harris at 259-3736, email sarahanna@transformationfit.com or visit transformationfit.com/hearts-for-hasberry-5k.