HealthCare Access Maryland’s 5K For the Health of It!

HealthCare Access Maryland (HCAM) is thrilled to present the 5th annual "5K For the Health of It!" We invite you to join us in celebrating our service and dedication to making Maryland healthier. HCAM’s 5K For the Health of It! brings awareness to HCAM’s mission of making Maryland healthier and raises funds to support our programs connecting residents across Maryland to health insurance, care, and other vital community resources.

REGISTRATION FEES (Registration opens December 8th!)

ADULT PRICING
$25 – through January 31, 2026
$35 – through March 31, 2026
$45 – through race day

YOUTH PRICING
AGES 6 AND UNDER: FREE - (race shirts are not included for 6 and under participants - you will have the option to add-on a shirt for $15.00).
AGES 7-17: $15

*There are no refunds of entry given for this event.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP: BECOME A FUNDRAISER

Upon registration, you will have the opportunity to add an extra donation or set up a fundraising page during the registration process to assist us further as we make Maryland healthier. Donations directly support HCAM’s clients to access vital health coverage, care, and community resources. Every dollar raised is greatly appreciated!

VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION

We have created a virtual race option for those who would like to participate but are not local.

Here's how the virtual race works:

1. Register for the virtual event, and sign up for text or e-mail notifications
2. Your race swag will be mailed out prior to the race (if you register by Sunday, April 12th). For those virtual registrants that sign up after Sunday, April 12th, your race materials will be mailed out post-race.
3. You'll receive a text or email (if you opt in) when the race "starts" on April 25th.
4. Run your race and submit your results either by text message or email (if you've opted in) or by heading to the results page here by May 1st at 11:59 PM Eastern Time). Results update in real time as people submit their times. 
5. Enjoy yourself!

Note: Virtual race performances are not eligible for the overall event awards, but we'll certainly be acknowledging the winners in our post-race communication.

PACKET PICK UP

Advanced packet pick-up will be held Thursday, April 23rd. Stay tuned for details!

Race Day: Onsite packet pick up will start at 8:00AM

RACE AMENITIES

• Race T-shirts (shirts are not included for 6 and under participants - you will have the option to add-on a shirt for these participants for $15.00)
• Race chip-timed bib number (in-person only)
• Race goodie bag

AWARDS

Performance awards will be given to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers overall and to the top male and female finishers in each of the following age categories: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 & over.

COURSE

Starting and finishing at West Shore Park the course will run along the Inner Harbor and includes stunning views!

*Course subject to change.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Want to help out? Volunteers help ensure a successful race day! There are many opportunities to get involved at the 5K For the Health of It! Individuals and groups interested in volunteering can complete our interest form.

Contact Audrey Chesser (achesser@hcamaryland.org) for more information. 

BENEFICIARY

For nearly 30 years, HealthCare Access Maryland (HCAM) has been working to make Maryland healthier. Our dedicated team connects residents to insurance and care, educates the community about healthier living, and advocates for a more equitable health care system. Each year we serve more than 80,000 Maryland residents, including through programs serving children and youth in foster care, pregnant and post-partum women, returning citizens, and individuals living with mental health and substance use conditions. Based in downtown Baltimore, we provide services in Baltimore City and Baltimore, Anne Arundel, Howard, Frederick, and Carroll counties.  

We invite your business or organization to become a sponsor. Sponsorship includes benefits and branding opportunities that will boost your company brand, inspire your employees, and show your organization’s strong commitment to creating a healthier Maryland. View our sponsorship package to learn more (attached PDF).