Events
Place
1240 N. Butterfield Rd.
Bolivar, MO US 65613
Description
Be a Hero! Join Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation and Craig Lehman Shelter Insurance for the 12th Annual Heroes for Hospice Race on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Register for the 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk, 5K, 10K or as a virtual participant.
*Youth 12 and under who register receive a T-shirt and timing chip. No need to register babies and toddlers unless you want the T-shirt. Shirts will not be available if you register after April 11, 2025.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Virtual Race Instructions
1. Pick Your Date
Choose a day within the event window (e.g., May 1–7).
Block off time on your calendar to complete your 5K.
2. Plan Your Route
Choose a safe, accessible 5K route (3.1 miles or ~5 kilometers).
Ideas: local park trail, neighborhood loop, treadmill, track.
Use apps like Strava, MapMyRun, or Runkeeper to map it.
3. Track Your Run/Walk
Use a fitness tracker, smartphone app, or smartwatch to track your distance and time.
Make sure GPS is enabled if you're running outside.
4. Get Your Gear Ready
Wear comfortable athletic clothing and shoes.
Stay hydrated—bring a water bottle!
5. Complete Your 5K
Run or walk the full 3.1 miles.
Go at your own pace—have fun and stay safe!
6. Submit Your Results – Not required!
Send your time and distance proof (screenshot or app link) to tara.akins@citizensmemorial.com
We accept the honor system, so this step is not required.
7. Celebrate Your Achievement
Tag us in your run photo!
Treat yourself—you earned it!
RACE ROUTES
Participants can pick up their race packet Friday May 2nd from 12 pm – 6 pm at the Butterfield Park Medical Parking Lot in front of the Specialty Clinic/Neurology Clinic. (See image below!)
The course will close at 11 a.m. We do not recommend walkers on the 10K route.
Award Ceremony
Medals awarded after the race:
First place in each age group: Male 0-4, 5-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
First place in each age group: Female 0-4, 5-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Trophies:
Top Dog Trophy
Overall Male 5K Trophy
Overall Female 5K Trophy
Overall Male 10K Trophy
Overall Female 10K Trophy
Oldest Participant Trophy
Youngest Participant Trophy
Traveling trophies:
Top Department Participation
Top Physician
Spirit Award
After the Race, stop by one of our many community events happening today:
Cancer Center Car Show & Food Truck Festival
Missouri Beef Days Beef Tasting Event: https://www.facebook.com/missouribeefdays
May the 4th Be With You @ Creator Delights: https://www.facebook.com/creatordelights
