Samuel F Pearson Memorial Day Event

🏅 Event Overview

13th Annual Samuel F Pearson Memorial Day Event

Saturday, May 24th, 2025

🎓 Purpose of the Event

• Fundraising: Event is raising money in honor of Sam Pearson for the Piqua Education Foundation (PEF) for scholarships in his name.
• Legacy: Sam was a soldier in the Army serving our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting for our freedoms.
• Community Impact: Money raised stays here in Piqua and supports PHS seniors with scholarship funds towards furthering their education.
• Growth: The number of scholarships has increased year over year as a result of the funds raised since this event started.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Start Time: 5k Run/Walk begins at 8:00am
• Registration Fee: $25.00
• Group Discount: $20 for Groups with 5 or more participants
• Shirt Eligibility: Registration includes event shirt if received by 5/09/2025

💰 Beneficiaries

Money Raised goes to benefit the Samuel F Pearson Scholarship Fund

📅 Registration Information

• Online Registration: Available at RunSignUp or at Can’t Stop Running Co.
• Packet Pick Up: Final race registration available at Can’t Stop Running Co: Thursday 5/22/2025 10AM-7PM and Friday 5/23/2025 10AM-6PM.

📍 Course Information

5k Course: Race will start and finish on the bike path behind the former Piqua Power Plant, 123 Bridge St, Piqua, along the Miami River.