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“Reliant Foundation 5K” – Presented by Amazon – Kicks off “5K for Good Series” on 10/4

by | Sep 2, 2025 | News

starting line at the 2024 Reliant Foundation 5k

First race in three-part “5K for Good Series” benefiting local nonprofits

Reliant Foundation today announced the return of its annual “Reliant Foundation 5K,” taking place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 9:30 AM at Shore Park in Worcester, Mass. This year’s certified, chip-timed race around scenic Indian Lake is presented by Amazon, and brings together runners, walkers, families, and friends to raise critical funds for Reliant Foundation’s Community Grants Program.

“The Reliant Foundation 5K is more than a race — it’s a chance to bring the community together to support mental and behavioral health programs, advance substance use prevention and recovery, break the stigma around seeking help, and promote wellness for all,” says Kelsa Zereski, Reliant Foundation President. “This family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all paces to enjoy the beautiful course around Indian Lake while making a real difference.”

The event features awards for top finishers by age group and team category, as well as entertainment including local radio talent Mike Hsu from 100 FM The Pike, and music, refreshments, raffles, and kids’ activities.
This year’s race also marks the kickoff of the “5K for Good Series,” a collaboration with Abby’s House and Veterans, Inc. The three-part series — themed “Three Races, One Mission. When We Run Together, We All Win.” — unites the community in support of nonprofits making a lasting impact.

The schedule for the entire series is as follows:

 

  • Reliant Foundation 5K — Saturday, October 4, Shore Park, Worcester
  • Abby’s House Hybrid 5K Run/Walk — Saturday, October 18, West Boylston High School, West Boylston
  • Veterans Inc. Run4Veterans 5K— Sunday, November 2, Polar Park, Worcester

Participants who complete all three races will earn special series swag and prizes.

Runners interested in participating in the Reliant Foundation 5K can register at reliantfoundation5k.racewire.com, while those interested in registering for the entire series can do so at linktr.ee/5kforgood. Runners may also register as walk-ins for the Reliant Foundation 5K on the afternoon before the race at Sneakerama in Worcester or on the morning of the event beginning at 8:30am in Shore Park.
For more information about the “Reliant Foundation 5K” and the “5K for Good Series,” visit ReliantFoundation.org.

About The Reliant Foundation

Established in 1988, Reliant Foundation is an independent public charity whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of individuals of all ages in the Central and MetroWest regions of Massachusetts. As a 501(c)3 charity, the Foundation offers grants to non-profit organizations within its service area for the purpose of supporting programs that battle critical community health issues like substance use disorder, and children’s mental health. Our charity partners work with thousands of individuals in our community to provide life-saving recovery coaching, mental health and behavioral health services, and impactful education and initiatives to reduce the stigma around these issues. For more information, please visit www.reliantfoundation.org.