Raccoon Run

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

Join us on Saturday, May 10 at Mantua Elementary School and get ready to run the Mantua Raccoon Run 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run

• Date: Saturday, May 10, 2025
• Location: Mantua Elementary School, 9107 Horner Ct, Fairfax, VA 22031
• 1 Mile Fun Run Start: 8:00 am
• 5k Start: 8:30 am

🎉 Purpose of the Race

The Raccoon Run is an annual run, sponsored by Mantua's Kids Care Club, that raises money for Life With Cancer, an amazing INOVA Hospital program that helps to provide support to those living with cancer and their families.

• Support: Provides education, information, counseling, and other services, all free of charge.
• Empowerment: Kids Care Club enables children in grades K-6 to give back to their community.
• Impact: Participants see their contributions in action while raising money for a great cause.
• Legacy: Honors the memory of Mrs. Roberta Romano, a beloved teacher who lost her battle with cancer.

💰 Registration Fee

• 5k: $40 through May 8, $45 on race day
• 1 Mile Fun Run: $25 through race day
• Online Registration: Closes on Thursday, May 8 at 8:00 pm
• Guarantee T-Shirt: Register by April 27

📦 Packet Pickup

• Location: Mantua Elementary School Main Entrance (#1)
• Pickup Dates: Friday, May 9 from 5-7 pm and race morning starting at 7:00 am
• Address: 9107 Horner Ct, Fairfax, VA 22031
• Note: Packets can be collected on the day of the event as well.

🏅 Awards

Overall Male & Female finishers and top 3 males & females in various age groups will receive awards.

• Age Groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over
• Prizes: Will be awarded after both races
• Refreshments: Provided for participants
• Encouragement: Mantua Elementary students are encouraged to include the name of their teacher.

❓ Questions?

Contact us at raccoonrunally@gmail.com or visit our website for more information.

Reminder: NO headphones or dogs will be permitted in the 5k.