MOMMAS House Virtual 5k 10k

How it Works:

1. Set your goal and register.
2. Start training!
3. During race week, choose one day to run between January 5 and 11, 2026.
4. On your selected race day, track your run as you complete your 5k/10k.
5. Upload results via online submission or via email by January 11, 2026 11:59pm EST.
6. Congratulations on joining our 40th anniversary virtual race!

About Us:

Mommas House exists because there are very few options for pregnant or parenting youth facing homelessness. We seek to give a young woman a hand to hold throughout her pregnancy, a safe home for her and baby and the opportunity for her to continue her educational or vocational experience. We believe that every family regardless of economic status deserves the right to enjoy safe and decent housing, to participate in their community and to expect a life full of promise.

What is a virtual event? A virtual race is a great way to be active by walking or running on your own time from any location you choose. Participate at your pace and time your race. Feel free to invite a group of friends/family to join you at the local gym/park/trail or track and support a good cause.

Who can participate? The race is for everyone. Registration is for participants 5 and older.

What if I have accessibility needs? Forms of self powered movement or wheels e.g. Walking devices and wheelchairs are welcome. Biking/Skating/Swimming are not permitted for this event.

Do I have to complete my race at one time? Yes the distance must by completed in one day and you can run or walk at YOUR OWN pace.

Can I run more than once? No, multiple entries will not be validated. One registration and one race submission per participant.

How can I track my run? Running apps include MapMyRun, Strava, Garmin, Runkeeper. Treadmills, wearable devices or stopwatches may also be used to track your race.

How will the funds be used? This is a fundraiser for MOMMAS House. All donations will benefit the programs and services of MOMMAS House mother-child residences - a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

How to submit your results

1. Record your timed race distance - 10k or 5k only
2. Submit your recorded race on the form sent in your registration email or send via email to race@mommashouse.org
3. Validation will be done within 72 hours of submission. The race director will reach out ONLY in case of an issue.
4. Submit only one result per participant.
   Notes: Participant must record time and distance and participant must run or walk the race.

Participants are encouraged to engage their family and friends to support their fundraising efforts - all participants will have the opportunity to set up a personal fundraising page to raise funds in support of their race participation - to further benefit MOMMAS House programs.