1911 Initiative 5k Scholarship Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us for the 1911 Initiative 5K Scholarship Run/Walk on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in partnership with the Village of Matteson! This event goes beyond the race, raising essential funds to support scholarships, mentorship, and internships for college-bound students.

Whether you’re a dedicated runner or prefer a casual stroll, or want to volunteer, everyone’s welcome! Enjoy a vibrant morning with race festivities and post-run fun, featuring live music, a concert stage, beer tent, food vendors, and demos from local businesses. Every participant receives a race packet with a commemorative shirt, finisher medal, and sponsor swag. Stretch Lab will also be on-site with free stretch demos and consultations.

Your participation helps deserving students on their path to higher education. Register today and be part of this impactful community event!

📅 Race Details

• Race Date: Saturday June 21, 2025
• Location: Village of Matteson Community Center

💰 Pricing

• Early Bird Price: $35
• Regular Price: $45
• Race Day Price: $55

🏁 Course

The Village of Matteson has certified this 5K route.

🎟️ Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will take place at the Village of Matteson Community Center. Thursday June 19th thru Friday June 20th from 10:00 am-7:00 pm. Packet Pick-up and late registration will also be available on race day starting at 6:30 am.

⏰ Event Schedule

• 6:30 am: Packet Pickup & Registration Opens
• 8:00 am: Race Starts

🏆 Awards

Top 3 overall male and female and top 3 male and female age groups will receive awards. Age groups include 7 & Under, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90+

👕 Shirts

Participants who register before June 1, 2025 are guaranteed a shirt. Free or discounted entries do not guarantee a shirt unless payment is made.

🅿️ Parking

Official parking is available around the Village Community Center.

💼 Proceeds

Portion of proceeds support 1911 Initiative and the Village of Matteson's Dollars for Scholars program.

🔗 Register Now!

For more information, please visit the official race page.