10th Annual Run4Hope 5K For Schools
Every step supports student mental health
The in-person 5K and Color Fun Run at The Ascent Church is back celebrating HOPE for teens across El Paso County.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
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Race Day Is Coming In:
Run, Get Colorful, Then
Stay for the Party
Whether you're racing for a personal best or walking with your family
through clouds of color, there's a place for everyone on September 12.
Competitive 5K
Run the official chip-timed race and push for your personal best on a fast, family-friendly course.
Color Fun Run
Walk or jog and get joyfully doused in bursts of powdered color from station to station.
Block Party
Free BBQ lunch, live music from WireWood Station, classic cars, games, bounce houses and more.
Celebrating Hope In Our Community
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 through programs in local schools focused on suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and training across El Paso County.
“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.”
10th
Annual event for local schools
100s
Of local families will be here
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Mission: Hope For Every Teen
GET INVOLVED
Three Ways to Give Hope
Run or Walk
Compete in the chip-timed 5K, or run/walk in the Color Fun Run. Every registration supports local teens.
Sign Up to Run or WalkSponsor / DONATE
Connect your business with hundreds of local families and fund mental health programs in our schools.
Become a SponsorVolunteer
Join the Welcome Team, Color Blaster Team, Hydration Heroes and more to create an unforgettable day.
Sign Up to Volunteer