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NCVAN 13th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run

Saturday, September 20, 2025 Garner, NC 27529 US Directions

Events

5K

$25 09/20 8:00AM EDT Price increases after August 28, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Virtual 5K

$25 Registration ends September 20, 2025 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

Lake Benson Park - Shelter 1
921 Buffaloe Road
Garner, NC US 27529

Description

Race Description/Details:
The North Carolina Victim Assistance Network (NCVAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1986 and is the only statewide agency dedicated to serving loved ones of homicide victims and others harmed by violent crime. Join our 13th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run Remembering Victims of Homicide and show your support of loved ones of homicide victims all across North Carolina. This is a timed event for competitive participants and also a walk for those who want to support NCVAN's mission at their own pace. We welcome community members in North Carolina to show their support of crime victims and survivors by participating in this annual event in Garner or virtually in their own hometowns. We welcome fundraising teams and invite our allied professionals to show your support.


Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:

5K (includes a t-shirt)
$25 registration fee through August 31st
$30 registration fee as of September 1st

In order to join a team, you must be a registered runner for the event.

Awards/Categories:
Top Overall
Top Male & Female age group awards - 12& under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Top Fundraiser Team (This award will go to the team that raises the most $.)

Course:
Certified 5K around Lake Benson and White Deer Park

Course Map

Virtual Event Info & FAQ

VIRTUAL RUN

We will be offering a virtual run in addition to the normal in-person event.

How it Works
Sign up here (use the Sign Up button at the top of the page).
Print out your digital bib (from your Runsignup profile page) if you'd like.
Download the RaceJoy app for the best race experience.
Run your race at a place of your choosing (including a treadmill) before the deadline. If you use RaceJoy, it will automatically submit your results. If not, go to the results page and submit your time.

Virtual Race FAQs

What is a virtual run?

A virtual race is an event where you sign up and participate on a course of your choosing (or a treadmill).  This is a great opportunity to work towards your running goals, stay healthy, and support a great cause!

The event will feature a leaderboard so you can still see how you stack up against your fellow competitors!

Where do I run?

You can run at a course of your choosing, including on a treadmill. 

When do I run?

You can run (or walk) anytime on September 20-22, 2025.

Will this race be timed?

The virtual run will not be officially timed, but by using the RaceJoy app, you can receive a GPS-based time which will automatically submit your time for you. There will be an online leaderboard showing everyone's times.

How do I post my results?

The easiest way is to use RaceJoy during the race! If you choose not to use RaceJoy, then you can visit the results page and click the "Submit Virtual Results" link at the top of the page.

When/how will I get my swag?

Swag will be shipped out directly to your address early in the week of September 20.

 

Event Timed by Run The East, LLC



This event is timed by Run the East! With professional race timing services and a focus on delivering accurate results, 
we’re here to make your race day seamless and enjoyable. Learn more at runtheeast.com.

 

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