The 11th Annual 5K Run/Walk will be held on September 9, 2023!

Race Start Time: 8: 30 a.m.

A carousel of photos will be displayed during the race reception. If you would like your loved ones image displayed, please email a photo in the jpeg format to Shannon Koch at skoch@kw.com no later than noon August 28, 2023.

The coalition will utilize funds to spread the word about suicide prevention throughout the county.

To make donations, (check/money order) payable to Shawnee County Suicide Prevention Coalition and mail to:

PO Box 3923
Topeka, KS 66604

See below about how you can help!

Call for Volunteers 2023 5K
Help us have a successful event!

The coalition has multiple opportunities for various abilities and availability. If you are interested in volunteering, let us know your abilities/preferences and times/dates you can help!

5K volunteer coordinator email: abucklan@stormontvail.org

Examples of volunteer tasks in the week before the 5K:

  • Pick up food/water
  • Packet assembly for registrants
  • Early packet distribution

Examples of volunteer tasks on the day of the 5K, 9/9/2023:

  • Unloading
  • Moving tables and chairs
  • Putting up signs
  • Onsite registration with computer/tablet
  • Check in for preregistered participants
  • Food set up
  • Raffle item set up, raffle ticket sales
  • Water station at 5K halfway point
  • Clean up and reloading

Let us know you can volunteer by emailing Amy at: abucklan@stormontvail.org

**Many volunteers also participate in the 5K!

Raffle items and event sponsorships are being accepted for the event as well. For information, please contact Elaine at rockchok1@cox.net.