Be Part of it

Fully Supported Race
Officially Timed Race
Event T-shirt
Finisher Medal
Event Sponsor Swag
Event Bag with Other Materials

100% of the proceeds from the Run4Hope fund humanitarian programs and projects in Nepal. This includes, but is not limited to, clean water initiatives, WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) programs, funding of schools and education for children, health posts, and anti-trafficking initiatives. Our ambition is to be the best steward of the resources entrusted to us in hopes that it results in the greatest impact for those in the Himalayas.

The 5K and 10K run/walk will be a chip timed, certified race with awards for top finishers. Awards will be presented following the completion of our 5k Event.

Timing chips need to be attached to your running shoes with the included twist ties. Bibs should be attached to the front of your shirt across your stomach with the included safety pins.

Top 3 Female + 3 Male Finishers for both the 5K + 10K Events

Top 3 Under 12 for the 5K Event

Yes

No. This is a family event and we encourage everyone to participate at any level.

This course consists of mainly trail surface made of crusher fines. It is a mostly flat course. We will have volunteers along the route helping to cheer you. It is a looped course:
5k | 2 Laps
10k| 4 Laps

Baby strollers are allowed but please start near the back of the corral to avoid obstructing other runners.

Yes. All areas of the live event are accessible as well as the course.

They are unisex so they tend to run a little bigger.

If you need a different sized shirt, please bring it to the registration table on the day of the event. We are happy to change it out if there are extras available.

Leashed dogs are welcome.

Yes. Just be aware of other racers passing you.

Race results will be available the evening of June 27th. All participants will receive an email with the appropriate link.

Yes, they are located just north of the race start in the Broncos Parkway Trailhead.

No, there are not bathrooms on the course itself. Only at the live event venue.

February 1st, 2020

Yes, day of registration is available. In order to expedite your registration, please bring CASH, CREDIT CARD or CHECK to register. We will accept credit cards but registration will take a little longer.

All registration pricing is available HERE.

No, the cost of registration is not. But all donations upon registration are. Donation receipts are distributed from RaceRoster.

We do provide an early packet pick-up a couple days before the event. More details of the location and time to be provided closer to the event by email.

Yes. But cost changes may be applicable.

If you can't make it to the early packet pickup, don't worry! Your race packet will be available the morning of the event. If you decide to wait, we recommend that you arrive early enough to obtain it and be ready for the race. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes (minimum) to 1 hour before your event.

No. But we do host an Early Packet Pick-Up the week before the event.

No. You are not required to show an ID in order to pick up your event packet.

Yes. You may pick up packets for other family members or friends who have registered.

Yes, but fees may be applicable.

There are no refunds for this event.

Below is the schedule of events for the morning. There are different start times for the various races.

• 6:00 am - Registration & Packet Pick-up Opens
• 7:00 am - 10K Race Start
• 7:30 am - 5K Race Start
• 8:30 am - Raffle and Giveaways
• 9:00 am - Post Race Celebration and Awards

Please arrive approximately 30 minutes (minimum) to 1 hour before your event, especially if you need to register or pick up your event packet.

Yes! This is a family event and we encourage anyone to come and enjoy the day!

Yes. You will need to be present at the Post Race Celebration to receive the prize.

Yes. We will have a water station at the halfway point of the loop and water at the start/finish line.

Yes.

We have a first aid station and professionals available to assist. Emergency aid will respond as needed.

This event is held rain, snow, or shine. Come prepared for everything. You can easily access your car to grab or leave items.

We have volunteers working throughout the entire event and they will be wearing color coordinated Run4Hope tshirts different from the race shirt. Feel free to ask them or you can always come to the MountainChild booth.

Access into the event is from either Broncos Parkway or Parker Road. The access from Broncos Parkway is only available to those driving east bound. The access from Parker Road is only available to those driving south bound. We would recommend accessing the venue from the Broncos Parkway. Here are more details:

• Eastbound on Broncos Parkway - Just take a right into Tagawa Gardens and the Broncos Parkeway Trailhead.
• Westbound on Broncos Parkway (i.e. off of Parker Road) - You will need to pass over bridge and do a U-Turn at the next intersection. Go back over the bridge and take a right into Tagawa Gardens and the Broncos Parkway Trailhead.
• Northbound on Parker Road - At the intersection of Broncos Parkway, do a U-Turn and take an immediate right into the access of Tagawa Gardens and Big Horn Landscape.
• Southbound on Parker Road - Go through the intersection of Broncos Parkway and take an immediate right into the access of Tagawa Gardens and Big Horn Landscape.

We will have parking attendants directing you to the Event Parking Area. Please be mindful of this and respectful to Tagawa Gardens, who is allowing us to use their property.

You do not need a wallet at the event, but there will be sponsors and vendors with items for sale. Feel free to leave valuables locked in your car and access them after your race as needed.

We want to see your pictures! Please send your pictures to run4hope@mountainchild.org. Share them on social media using #MCRun4Hope.

If you have a chip to return, please place the chip in a padded envelope and return to avoid a fee:
Colorado Race Timing, LLC
7637 S. Williams St.
Centennial, CO 80122

We will keep your event packet and shirt at our office for one week after the event. You can come by and pick it up. If you give us a heads up by emailing run4hope@mountainchild.org, we can make sure to have it ready for you when you arrive.

We have received a few personal questions about donating to MountainChild's efforts and the event. As such, we wanted to let everyone know that there are options to give:

• ONLINE - You can donate directly to MountainChild using our website.
• AT THE EVENT - You can give at the event as well. Please visit the MountainChild booth.
• Donate to a Participant - You can also give on behalf of individuals who are participating in the event and help them raise resources for Nepal. Visit Donate to a Participant to give on their behalf
• TEAMS - TEAMS - Teams have also been created! Some teams are raising additional funds to help with education, clean water, and anti-trafficking initiatives. Visit the Teams Page to support a specific team!

Yes. We encourage you to utilize the Donate to a Participant feature! You can direct supports here to support your race financially.

Yes. Teams can be created during registration.

We will notify all past participants when next year’s race is on the calendar.

Click on Volunteer above under the “How Can I Get Involved” and fill out the information. We will then be in touch with you to get the volunteer process going.

Yes. We will typically have bagels, bananas, water and coffee available.

No and we have volunteer activities for all ages. However, children under 18 should be accompanied with an adult.

Hat, sunscreen, water bottle, comfortable shoes, and a smile.

Yes, we have volunteer activities before and after the race that we would love for you to help with.

Yes. Please bring the appropriate forms you need signed and we can verify community service hours.

Depending on the role and responsibility and your time availability, we have varying time slots that range from between 1 hour to the entire event.

All volunteers need to check in at the Volunteer Table before beginning their shift.

Yes, depending on availability.

At MountainChild we absolutely love our volunteers and consider them to be part of our team. The day is fast paced and very fun! Your job will be very well explained and easy to do.

Yes! We would love to have your group volunteer for the event. Contact the volunteer director at volunteer@mountainchild.org for availability.

We recommend comfortable shoes and layers depending on the weather. Volunteers also receive a special t-shirt for helping and to be recognized during the event. We would love for you to wear the shirt during the event.

Before the day of the event, please email volunteer@mountainchild.org. On the day of the event, please call or text the Volunteer Program Director at 303-929-3671.

If you are planning to provide promotional materials or coupons to have included in the Race Day Event Bags or wish to contribute a Raffle Item please make sure we have all items delivered by June 5th, 2020.

We are planning for 400+ participants this years live event. To be safe, we would like you to provide us a quantity of 500. This will allow margin for last minute registrations. If extras remain, we will happily return all items following the event upon request.

Please let us know if you would like extra event items returned and we will be happy to give them back after the race.

We love promoting and thanking our sponsors by providing space for them at the event. An event booth is not required, but we encourage all sponsors to be a part of the day.

The Run4Hope Team will coordinate sponsor booth locations and provide a map the day of the event.

Sponsors at the Gold Level or higher will be given one 6 foot long sized table to use for the booth. Tents are not provided, but you are welcome to bring them to use.

Yes. We do have access to electricity for the event. Please let us know in advance if you will be needing electrical access so we can place you in an appropriate location.

We hope this raffle provides incentive for participants to interact and engage with all of our sponsors. We want them in your booth engaging with your company. We would love for you to consider providing a raffle item that is unique to your business? We hope it's fun for all involved. MountainChild will provide a raffle gift in the event you do not want to provide one. Also, we will provide a raffle jar and tickets at the event so that you can provide them to people who interact with you. This encourages people to visit you and only those that do will be eligible for the raffle prize for your table.

Yes. We have many volunteers for the event who will be there to help all the sponsors as they set up and take down.

If your sponsorship did, you should have received an email shortly after your sponsorship confirmation that included a unique discount code. We hope you will use those as an opportunity to invite your staff, fellow community leaders, and friends of your business! We know it will be a great event and we want them to be there!

Depending on the sponsorship level, yes. You should have received an email shortly after your sponsorship confirmation that included a unique discount code. This company specific registration code was given to help you invite your people. We really do want them there! Do you have family and friends you'd like to share this event with? Or would your customers benefit from a discounted registration? Please share it with them! If you need us to send that to you again -- please email us!

MountainChild Website | MountainChild’s website to learn all about who we are.
MountainChild Run4Hope | Send people here to register
MountainChild Facebook | Follow us here so we can tag you during the event.
MountainChild Instagram | Follow us here so we can tag you during the event.

As this event continues to spread, so does the story of MountainChild and the work being done in the Himalayas... thank you for helping us get the word out!

If you have any additional questions, please email run4hope@mountainchild.org.