Run for a Blessing 2025 — Virtual Run or Walk for a Cause
October 13 – December 12, 2025
Make every mile count! Run for a Blessing is a 60-day virtual run or walk open to all ages and fitness levels. Whether you're logging laps at the park or steps around your neighborhood, you’ll be joining a movement that’s making a difference for hungry children in our community.
Why We Run: Support Backpack Blessings
Your participation helps raise awareness and support for Backpack Blessings, a local YMCA program with a goal to reduce weekend hunger and help students return to school on Monday ready to learn.
How It Works
What: A virtual run or walk — choose your own pace, location and time
When: October 13 – December 12, 2025 (60 days)
Where: Anywhere you like! Track your miles using a fitness app or manually log them
Who: Open to individuals and families of all ages and abilities
Why: To support Backpack Blessings and help kids thrive in the classroom
Register Today
Text ‘runforablessing’ to 91999 or click the "register" button
Registration Options:
$40 – Includes commemorative race bib + December 16 event access (no t-shirt)
$60 – Includes commemorative race bib + December 16 event + long sleeve t-shirt
T-shirts will be available for pickup in November at Walker AEC. Bibs will be mailed after October 17.
Important Dates
Registration Opens: Monday, September 22
T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline: Register by October 17 to receive a t-shirt
Mileage Check-In: November 12
Final Mileage Submission: Due by December 14 at 5:00 PM
Post-Race Celebration & Meal Pack: December 16, 2025
📍 Walker Advancing Education Center, 925 Osburn Road, Chickamauga, GA 30707
Awards & Recognition
We use an honor system to track miles, but if you want to be considered for an award, you will need to track your mileage with a verified running app.
Most Miles Award: Track your mileage using an app like Strava, Nike Run Club, or Runkeeper to qualify
Age Group Recognition:
Age categories:
14 and under
15–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70–79
80+
Winners announced at the Post-Race Celebration on December 16
Track Your Progress
Set a Goal: Choose your personal mileage goal at registration
Check-In: Mid-event mileage check-in on November 12 via text (link provided)
Final Mileage Due: December 14 by 5:00 PM via text message
All participant mileage will be added together and revealed at the December 16 celebration!
Get Involved: Become a Sponsor
Want to support the cause and promote your business?
Become one of 10 t-shirt sponsors for just $250 — your company logo will appear on the back of our event shirts (red with white logos).
📌 Sponsorship Deadline: October 10
Post-Race Celebration & Meal Pack
Celebrate the impact of your miles!
Join us on December 16 at the Walker AEC to help pack meals and enjoy time with fellow participants.
Plus, you’ll get a chance to:
Celebrate top participants
See the total miles achieved
Learn how to stay involved year-round
Set up an optional GiveSmart fundraising page to inspire others
Ready to Get Started?