Lansing Hosted Sixth Miles for Mentorship 5K
Nearly 300 runners gathered at Hawk Island Park to support youth mentoring programs through a costumed race.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Running
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region held its sixth annual Miles for Mentorship 5K on October 4, 2026. The event brought nearly 300 participants together at Hawk Island Park to raise funds for local youth-serving initiatives.
Why it matters
The race serves as a critical fundraising vehicle for the organization, directly supporting one-to-one youth mentoring matches in the capital region. By engaging the community in a fun, health-focused activity, the nonprofit sustains its core operations for local youth.
Nearly 300 runners participated in the sixth annual 5K event held at Hawk Island Park. The race featured both a chip-timed 5K course and a kids sprint.
The players
Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region
This nonprofit organization provides one-to-one mentoring services to youth in the Lansing area.
The details
Participants navigated the course while wearing Halloween costumes to celebrate the seasonal event. The day offered multiple competitive options, including the chip-timed 5K for adults and a dedicated sprint for children.
Timeline
The Miles for Mentorship 5K and Spooky Sprint took place on October 4, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This year marks the sixth installment of the annual Miles for Mentorship 5K series, continuing the established tradition of using holiday-themed athletic events for local charity fundraising. The consistent turnout reflects the growing integration of recreational racing into community outreach strategies for Lansing nonprofits.
The sixth annual race established a baseline of nearly 300 participants for the event series. Runners seeking competitive standings had their times recorded via the chip-timing system used throughout the 5K course.
The takeaway
Charity races remain a proven strategy for organizations to build local awareness and secure funding for specific programmatic goals. Participants interested in future support for youth mentoring should monitor the local nonprofit calendar for upcoming volunteer or athletic opportunities.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Wilx.
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