Events
BeKind with Brandon's House FUN-tastic 5k Run or Walk
Description
Join us for the BeKind with Brandon's House FUN-tastic 5k to run or walk 5k to support free counseling for teens and families! We want to raise $50,000 to support mental health counseling for children and teens in our community. Brandon's House is 100% supported by the same community we serve.
We run and walk in memory of Ella — a smart, beautiful, and athletic young lady whose wit, kindness, and vibrant spirit left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her. This 5K is part of the BeKind movement, born from her life and legacy — reminding us that even the smallest act of kindness can have a powerful ripple effect. Join us in honoring Ella Reese Walker and helping kindness go the distance.
The "BeKind with Brandon's House FUN-tastic 5k" (run or walk) will be held on Saturday, Sept 13th between the hours of 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. This event will be held on the New Albany Riverfront, registration & start by the Amphitheatre). Registration opens at 7:45 AM.
How it works: This 5k is meant to be all-inclusive. So bring your team of co-workers, friends & family to run or walk any of 3 divisions we have. Those 3 divisions are - Framily style that includes strollers and/or leashes (for your dogs) to have the whole family, including friends like family. Or Silly style (walk a 5k while stopping to fulfill 3 silly stations). Or just a Regular 5k– walk or run.
Special T-Shirts: To add a shirt to your order, continue past the registration fee and before you reach checkout, the options will be available to you! Be sure to select the correct size. Shirts will be at event for pick up before the 5k and available for pick up at Brandon's House office after the event.
For additional information, see our FAQ below!
Contact Email: brandonshousecounseling@gmail.com
Sponsorship
Our FUN-Tastic 5k FUNdraising event needs sponsors to help us reach our fundraising goals.
IF this might be you, please reach out to Wade Thaxton at wadethaxton@brandonshousein.com or call/text at 812-924-8224. We'd love your help in funding the important work we do for the teens & families in this amazing Southern Indiana community.
Race Contact Info
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FAQ
FAQs:
𝐐: 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞?
𝐀: Start Time: 8:30 AM EDT (Late registration at 7:45 AM)
End Time: Whenever you finish (but we'll wrap up around 10 AM)
Registration is open until Sept 13th, but to guarantee shirt availability on event day you must register by Aug 30th, 2025.
𝐐: Where 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐭?
𝐀: We'll start right next to the New Albany Amphitheater (park in the lot nearest Amphitheater or on YMCA side of floodwall)
𝐐: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐭?
𝐀: Price: $25.00 Includes registration fees & T-Shirt for each participant
𝐐: What if I just want to donate?
𝐀: You can simply go to our website (Brandonshousein.com) & donate.
𝐐: What amenities are available at event?
𝐀: Plenty of FUN. But also bottled water and small snacks will be provided to all participants. We'll have restrooms available by the amphitheater for the public. Parking is free. Some parking is on the North side of floodwall, near YMCA
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