Inaugural Event

BLESS FOUNDATION 5K FUN RUN Empowering Dreams. Changing Futures.

A charity run connecting Chicago and Manila, funding scholarships for students in the Philippines to grow, discover their path, and reach their full potential.

JUNE 13, 2026 · PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND

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Our Mission

Every step you take
changes a life.

The Bless Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit building a bridge between Chicago and Manila. Every dollar raised through this 5K goes directly to scholarships for Filipino students who lack access to quality education.

This is our inaugural event, and we are keeping it personal. Under 100 runners, one beautiful course through Lincoln Park, and one shared goal: opening doors for the next generation.

Two Bless Foundation runners celebrating under the finish banner with the Chicago skyline behind

Every step makes an impact.

Generations Lifted by One Degree

100%

Goes Direct to Scholarships

7×

Likelier to Escape Poverty

2×

Lifetime Earnings with a Degree

$4,000

sends a student all the way through college. One scholarship. One life. Ripples that reach generations.

Every step is a ripple. Every scholarship, a wave.

Event Details

Everything You Need to Know

Mark your calendar, lace up your shoes, and join us in Lincoln Park.

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Date

June 13, 2026

Saturday, Philippine Independence Day Weekend

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Start Time

8:00 AM

Check-in opens at 7:00 AM

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Location

Diversey Harbor Event Grove

Lincoln Park, 2601 N Cannon Dr, Chicago IL 60614

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Distance

5K (3.1 mi)

Flat, scenic lakefront course

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Includes

Race Kit

Custom t-shirt, bib, finisher medal, refreshments

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Post-Race

Celebration

Filipino food, music, awards, and community vibes

The Vibe

What Race Day Feels Like

Skyline views, big smiles, matching tees, and a crew that shows up for each other.

we run with heart.

Group of runners in Bless Foundation shirts warming up under the finish banner

one crew, one cause.

Four Bless Foundation runners warming up together before the 5K

every step, an impact.

The Course

Lincoln Park 5K Loop

5 km Inaugural Event

Play Course Flyover

A 5.4 km loop wrapping Diversey Harbor: east across the Diversey overpass to the Lakefront Trail, south along Lake Michigan past Theater on the Lake, west into Lincoln Park near North Avenue, then north through the park back to the Event Grove. Hit the play button to fly through the course. Open on Plotaroute →

Registration Open

Ready to Run for a Cause?

Every registration directly funds scholarships for students in the Philippines. Spots are limited to keep this event personal and meaningful.

$15

Basic Admission

Bib number

$75

General Admission

Bib number, t-shirt, medal, and refreshments

Group Deal · Save $50

$325

Group Admission for 5

Bib number, t-shirt, medal, and refreshments for a team of 5