Run for Nicaragua 5K

The Run for Nicaragua 5K is an annual running event taking place in Yorktown, VA, aimed at raising funds to build homes for families in Nicaragua. Scheduled for May 17, 2025, the event features a competitively timed 5K, a One Mile Fun Run, and a Virtual 5K option. Participants will receive medals upon completion, and the event also includes family-friendly activities, refreshments, and raffle prizes.

Since its inception in 2019, the event has raised over $50,000, with a goal of raising an additional $20,000 in 2025 to support housing and educational needs in Nicaragua. Non-perishable food donations are encouraged to support a local food bank. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.