Every step supports student mental health

in El Paso County

The in-person 5k and Color Fun Run

at The Ascent Church is back!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026

Followed by a Huge BLOCK PARTY! 

Free BBQ lunch, live music, classic cars, games,

bounce houses, and more! 

    Run the competitive chip-timed race

    Or get doused with powdered color

    in the Color Fun Run!

    BE A CORPORATE SPONSOR/VENDOR

    Help support student mental health in El Paso County while connecting your business with hundreds of local families at one of our community’s most hope-filled events of the year.

    Sponsor Benefits: 

    • Brand visibility throughout the event
    • Recognition here on the Run4Hope website and in social media
    • Opportunity to connect with local families
    • Vendor booth space during the Run4Hope and at the Block Party after the Run4Hope
    • Support a meaningful cause impacting local teens
    Sign Up Here to Be a Corporate Sponsor

    BE A VOLUNTEER

    Help create an unforgettable day of hope, color, encouragement, and community for local students and families. Volunteer opportunities include:

    • Welcome Team
    • Color Blaster Team
    • Hydration Heroes
    • and more!
    Sign Up Here to Volunteer

    RUN OR WALK IN THE RUN4HOPE

    Have fun running in the Competitive Chip-Timed 5K or Walk in the Color Fun Run!

      Sign Up Here to Run or Walk

      Run4Hope 5K for Schools is an in-person 5k and Color Run (or walk) to celebrate HOPE in our community! This 10th annual event raises funds to support the social and emotional wellness of teens in our community through programs in local schools that focus on suicide prevention along with mental health awareness and training in El Paso County.

      10th Annual Run4Hope 5K

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      You can give hope to local teens!

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      Fun. Color. Community. Purpose.

      “What an incredible opportunity to show our local teenagers that we love them and are cheering them on.  We know life can be hard, but God has an amazing future for you – and there is always HOPE.” – Heidi Petak, Run4Hope participant

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      2022 Photo Gallery

      Course Map