6th Annual APA & APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Join the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the APA Foundation (APAF) for the MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Run, walk, and roll to support organizations that promote awareness programs and provide services to improve the mental health of young people of color. 

 

Race Details

 

In-Person 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll 

The event will be held rain or shine unless the weather conditions are unsafe (ex. lightning).

Location: Freedom Plaza, Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Check-in: Starts at 7:00 am. Arrival prior to 7:45 am required to participate in race. 

Awards and Prizes: At approximately 9:45 am, awards will be presented to the in-person 5K Runners who come in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers across divisions. Random drawing winners will be announced following the awards ceremony.

 

Remote 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Monitor the weather conditions in your area and put safety first.

Location: Your home community. Join your team's local event or participate on your own schedule throughout the day.

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

 

Schedule of Events

• Public transportation is highly encouraged such as the Metrorail and Metrobus as street parking near Freedom Plaza might be limited.
  

• Registration and Packet Pickup opens at 7:00 am to collect your bib and enter into the random prize drawing.

• Arrival prior to 7:45 am is required to ensure your participation in the race. 

• Brief speaking program begins at 7:30 am.

• The 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll will begin promptly at 8:30 am.

• The 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll concludes at approximately 9:45 am. 

• At approximately 9:45 am, 5K Runners placing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd across divisions will be announced, followed by winners of the random prize drawings.

• To view division winners and participants' times following the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll, click here. 

 

Transportation & Parking

Public transportation is highly encouraged such as the Metrorail and Metrobus as street parking near Freedom Plaza might be limited. The following are only suggestions, so please review a map for your best mode of transportation.

• Nearest Metro Stations include Federal Triangle (Blue, Orange, Silver) and Metro Center (Blue, Orange, Red, Silver).
• Nearest Metrobus Stop is 14th St NW & Pennsylvania Av NW.
• For those that utilize Capital Bikeshare nearest docking stations include 15th St & Pennsylvania Ave NW, 14th & D St NW / John A Wilson Building, and 14th & G St NW.

Questions on event day? Please email MOORE@psych.org.

 

About the APA's MOORE Equity in Mental Health Initiative 

The APA invites you to join us in combating youth mental health inequities and in honoring mental health advocate Bebe Moore Campbell. Your time and dollars can help make a difference for young people facing mental health challenges. Funds raised support the event and benefit the APA/APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program, which supports community organizations addressing the mental health needs of young people.

 

Get Social! As you run, walk and roll be sure to share to social media and use our hashtags!

• #Moore5K

• #MooreEquityInMentalHealth

• #BebeMooreCampbell

 

Continue Your Fundraising Until July 31st! Funds benefit the APA/APAF Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program.

 

Read more about your impact by clicking here.

General Questions

Who was Bebe Moore Campbell?

Bebe Moore Campbell was a mental health equity champion and New York Times bestselling author who tirelessly worked to bring public awareness to minority mental health. In 2008, U.S. Congress dedicated the month of July as "Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month," focused on improving mental health services for people of color through education and addressing stigma.

Through the MOORE Equity in Mental Health Initiative, the APA celebrates every summer with a series of community-wide events focused on promoting mental health equity for young people of color.

 

What is the MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program?

The MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program was established in 2021 by APA's Division of Diversity and Health Equity and the APA Foundation to support community organizations that are undertaking innovative awareness programs or providing services to improve the mental health of young people of color. Learn more about our grantees here.

 

How can I help raise funds to support these organizations?

By joining our 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll! Registration for the in-person 5K Run has a registration cost and in-person 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll and remote options are free. Participants are encouraged to set up an individual fundraising page or join a fundraising team to support the Community Grants Program. Share your fundraising page with your network via text, email or social media.

 

Who can participate in the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll?

All are welcome, including APA members, staff, community members, and supporters of all ages. 
 

Race Day Questions

Is bib swapping allowed?

Absolutely not. Registration is free, so be sure to sign up for your own bib and help keep our race recording accurate across all categories.

 

How should I wear my bib?

For the most accurate chip read be sure your bib is fastened to the front of the outermost layer of clothing, secured with 4 safety pins.

 

Can I bring my pet?

Unfortunately, permit regulations prohibit pets at this event.

 

I have a stroller. Is that okay?

Absolutely! We are excited to have anyone, of any age, participate in the event. We do ask that if you are running or walking with a stroller that you start the race towards the back.

 

I can’t attend anymore and would like to give my registration to someone else. Can I do that?

No. Your registration cannot be transferred to anyone else. All participants must register for the event. This allows our race recording to be accurate and better ensure your safety.

 

I’m bringing friends/family to the event, but they haven’t registered. Is that okay? 

The more the merrier! They can register on site and pick up their bib at the registration tent. 

 

Will the in-person 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll be canceled if it's raining?

The 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll in Washington, DC, will be held rain or shine unless the weather conditions are unsafe (ex. lightning). If you are participating in your local community, please monitor the weather and put safety first.

Impact Tier One* - $100 - $249.99 

Official Race Allmade Unisex Tri-Blend V-Neck Tee (or similar)
*Participants who have registered for the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll and raised $100 or more by June 1, 2026, will receive their Official Race Allmade Unisex Tri-Blend V-Neck Tee (or similar) by race day.

Impact Tier Two - $250 - $499.99

Impact Tier One Item AND a Performance Mesh Cap (or similar)

Impact Tier Three - $500 - $749.99

Impact Tier One Item, Impact Tier Two Item, AND a Intrepid Stainless Steel Tumbler (or similar)

Impact Tier Four - $750 - $999.99

Impact Tier One Item, Impact Tier Two Item, Impact Tier Three Item, AND Herschel Recycled Classic Gym Bag (or similar)

Impact Tier Five - $1000+

Impact Tier One Item, Impact Tier Two Item, Impact Tier Three Item, Impact Tier Four Item, AND Brooks Brothers Cotton Stretch 1/4-Zip Sweater (or similar)

*Participants who have registered for the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll and raised $100 or more by June 1, 2026, will receive their Official Race Allmade Unisex Tri-Blend V-Neck Tee (or similar) by race day.

Amounts raised will be calculated from individual fundraising page totals collected between January 1, 2026, and July 31, 2026. Items, unless otherwise noted, will be shipped during the months of August and September 2026. 

 

 

5K Run (In-Person - Washington, DC): 5K Run Race Medal (or similar)