The Hustle for Hope 5K is one of many activities throughout April, HIE Awareness Month, to increase advocacy, awareness, education, research, and support through Hope for HIE, the premiere global organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and families.
Hope for HIE chose the virtual format to meet the needs of its global community, allowing for flexibility, diversity, and inclusion. Participants pick a date, time, and location (indoors or outdoors) that works best and can complete the 5K by any form of mobility (walk, run, or roll) or can take part in one of our locally hosted events!
Complete it all at once, or break it up over time. We encourage you to sign up and post on social media to help raise awareness for this great cause using the hashtags #HustleforHope and #HopeforHIE!
REGISTRATION
Registration opens on February 15, 2026. Early bird race registration fee is $30 (Feb 15 - Mar 15) and $35 (Begins March 16). Each registrant will receive a finisher medal, race bib, and other small swag, as well as educational info to share about HIE. *If you register on the day of the event, you will not receive a race packet.
Add a race shirt at sign up for an additional $20.
RACE PACKETS
Race packets will be mailed out in batches. The earlier you register, the sooner you will receive your race packet:
Register to participate in the Hustle for Hope fundraiser virtually! This option is perfect for families who are not near an in-person event and allows our community members to participate from anywhere in the world. Register to complete the event solo, or invite some family and friends for a small gathering to raise awareness for HIE while fundraising for Hope for HIE programs and support!
Take a look to see if there's a local Hustle for Hope event taking place near you! These events are hosted and made possible by HIE families and community volunteers. If you don't see an in-person event near you, you can still sign up for the Virtual 5K or consider hosting a local event in the future! (New locations are constantly being added. Check back in for more!)
Host: Kaylee Weber
Date: Saturday, April 4
Location: Land of Corn Park Pavilion
Address: Corner of Young Street and Main Street, Jesup, IA 50648
Time: 2:00PM CT
Host: Veronica Choice
Date: Saturday, April 11
Location: Patterson Park (Pavilion #2)
Address: 2601 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21224
Time: 9:00AM - 11:30AM ET
Host: Amanda Pegher
Date: Saturday, April 11
Location: Donaldson Park
Address: 590 Donaldson Road, Oakdale, PA 15071
Time: 8:30AM - 11:30AM ET
Host: David Ford
Date: Saturday, April 11
Location: Lions Pride Park
Address: 3129 Bradley Road,
Warrington, PA 18976
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM ET
Host: Michelle MacIntosh & Nicole Jean Allen
Date: Sunday, April 12
Location: Captain Stephen Olney Memorial Park
Address: 180 Smithfield Road,
North Providence, RI 02904
Time: 10:00AM ET
Host: Haley Rosman
Date: Sunday, April 12
Location: Sparks Marina Park
Address: 300 Howard Drive,
Sparks, NV 89434
Time: 8:30AM - 12:30PM PT
Hosts: Tina Santos & Kimberly Taylor
Date: Saturday, April 18
Location: Lake Wilderness Elementary School
Address: 24216 Witte Rd SE,
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Time: 12:30PM - 3:30PM PT
Host: Jennifer Hartzel
Date: Saturday, April 18
Location: Pendleton County Athletic Park
Address: 97 Bowen Supply Way,
Falmouth, KY 41040
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM ET (Sign in begins at 9:00AM)
Hosts: Kacie Miller, Sarah Shah, & Mackenzie Osberg
Date: Sunday, April 19
Location: Frame Park
Address: 701 E. Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53186
Time: 1:00PM - 3:00PM CT
Hosts: Susanne Atwell-Keister, Jazmin Villalvazo, Vicky Opipari, & Daniel Duran
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Red-Tailed Hawk Park
Address: 23701 E. Hinsdale Way, Aurora, CO 80016
Time: 10:00AM - 12:30PM MT
Host: Ariel Nichols
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Watseka Community High School
Address: 138 S Belmont Avenue, Watseka, IL 60970
Time: 9:30AM - 12:00PM CT
Host: Maria Bottino & John Cleaver
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk
Address: 3 Broadway,
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM ET
Hosts: Leni DeBoer & Katie Cortez
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Waterfront Park
Address: 330 3rd St, Clermont, FL 34711
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM ET (Registration opens at 8:00AM)
Hosts: Seanacy Hill & Samantha Halverson-Birr
Date: Saturday, April 25
Location: Twin Lakes STEM Academy
Address: 6201 Noble Ave N., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
Time: 10:00AM - 12:00PM CT
Host: Betsy Pilon
Date: Sunday, May 17
Location: Marshbank Park Lodge
Address: 2805 Hiller Rd,
West Bloomfield Township, MI 48324
Time: 11:00AM - 1:00PM ET
Is there a local 5K event being held in your area? If so, consider volunteering to assist the Hustle Host in preparing for and running this event. See the list of local events above, then email our Director of Operations, Mary Boyle, below to express your interest and to be put in contact with that specific host to begin your collaboration efforts.
Responsibilities:
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We are excited to once again offer various sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Hustle for Hope 5K. No matter what level of support you are able to give, we are so grateful for your involvement!
Check out our Corporate, Individual, Family, & Local opportunities below!
***Sponsorship Disclaimer:
Mission Alignment Requirement: Sponsorships are only accepted if they fully support Hope for HIE’s mission of evidence-based care, awareness, and education for HIE families. Any sponsor whose practices or messaging conflict with these goals may not be eligible.
Health and Safety Standards: Sponsors must uphold the highest health and safety standards. Partnerships with organizations or practices that may raise concerns about safety or efficacy, particularly for vulnerable populations, will be evaluated with extra scrutiny.
Ethical and Transparent Operations: Hope for HIE requires that sponsors operate ethically and transparently. Organizations involved in controversial practices, including those with limited scientific backing, may not meet the criteria for sponsorship. We do not accept sponsorships from birth injury attorneys or firms.
No Endorsement Implied: Acceptance of a sponsorship does not imply endorsement of the sponsor’s services, products, or views. All sponsorships are subject to review and may be declined if they could compromise Hope for HIE’s reputation or relationship with its community.
Right to Refuse or Discontinue: Hope for HIE reserves the right to refuse or discontinue sponsorship at any time if a sponsor’s values, messaging, or actions no longer align with the organization’s mission or negatively impact its community.
***Sponsorship Disclaimer:
Mission Alignment Requirement: Sponsorships are only accepted if they fully support Hope for HIE’s mission of evidence-based care, awareness, and education for HIE families. Any sponsor whose practices or messaging conflict with these goals may not be eligible.
Health and Safety Standards: Sponsors must uphold the highest health and safety standards. Partnerships with organizations or practices that may raise concerns about safety or efficacy, particularly for vulnerable populations, will be evaluated with extra scrutiny.
Ethical and Transparent Operations: Hope for HIE requires that sponsors operate ethically and transparently. Organizations involved in controversial practices, including those with limited scientific backing, may not meet the criteria for sponsorship. We do not accept sponsorships from birth injury attorneys or firms.
No Endorsement Implied: Acceptance of a sponsorship does not imply endorsement of the sponsor’s services, products, or views. All sponsorships are subject to review and may be declined if they could compromise Hope for HIE’s reputation or relationship with its community.
Right to Refuse or Discontinue: Hope for HIE reserves the right to refuse or discontinue sponsorship at any time if a sponsor’s values, messaging, or actions no longer align with the organization’s mission or negatively impact its community.
Thank you to our Hustle HIEros!
Thank you to our Hustle Champions!
Thank you to our Hustle Advocates!
Thank you to our Hustle Partners!
TAKE IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL
There are a couple of ways you can connect with other Hustle for Hope 5K participants and raise more money in support of Hope for HIE:
COMPLETE THE 5K AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS
Complete the 5K anytime between April 1st and May 31st, and submit your results at https://runsignup.com/hustleforhope5k/results.
Use these to customize your fundraiser individual and team pages, either through RunSignUp, or on Social Media!
These are available through Canva, an online design tool. You may need to sign up for a free account to customize, but you do not have to purchase anything. Once inside Canva, you can edit the text, upload a photo, drop in the template, and download it to save.
PROMOTE YOUR FUNDRAISING EFFORTS
Come back soon for free Canva social media templates to help raise funds!
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