Noah's Gift 5K

                                                           Help Noah's Legacy Run, Walk, or Skate On!
You can help Noah's legacy live on as a sponsor, skater, runner, walker, or donor. However you choose to participate, we're glad you're a part of Noah's Gift 5K.

Noah's Gift is dedicated to bringing joy into the lives of young people, as Noah brought joy to the lives of so many. Noah's Gift was created to inspire and reward deserving young people with the gift of an extraordinary experience that was of interest to 16-year-old Noah Costa at the time of his death.  His interests were as wide-ranging and fun as his personality: playing hockey, traveling, hiking, water sports, skydiving, and much more. Noah's Gift makes grants to deserving teenagers to pursue extraordinary experiences.  These grants are made possible through sponsors and participants of our annual fundraiser, Noah's Gift  5K Run-Walk-Skate held in Noah's memory.

This year Noah's Gift Memorial 5K Run Walk Skate will be in person and virtual! The in person race will be in Hernando, MS - participants may choose to run, walk, or roller blade the 5K! For safety, skaters will start at 7:55am, with runners/walkers following at 8:00am.  After the race, stick around for food, fun, and games on the Maddox Foundation lawn! More information to be announced soon - follow us on Facebook for up-to-the-minute updates!
 

The virtual race can be completed using the RaceJoy App (click here). You can automatically upload your results when you finish the distance or manually post your results. Virtual participants not using the app will be on the honor system. They can manually update their time and receive a shirt. Be sure to share photos of your course, and running companions; two and four legs. See "How to upload your photos" (click here). For additional information on virtual events, please see our "Virtual FAQ" tab.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 8am-8pm

The YMCA of Olive Branch

8555 Goodman Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 4pm-7pm

Buon Cibo Resturant

2631 McIngvale Road

Hernando, MS 38632

Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 4pm-6pm

The Landing - The Flats at the Delta Landing Clubhouse hosted by SkyLake Construction

885 Tunica Trails, Suite 1111

Nesbit, MS 38651

Friday, October 23, 2026 from 9am-5pm

Maddox Foundation

180 West Commerce St

Hernando, MS 38632

In addition to timing awards listed below , Noah's Gift will also be celebrating the Youngest and Oldest Participants, The Biggest Team, The Most Money Raised, and the Farthest Traveled!

5K Runner Awards:

First Place Overall Male & Female 

Age Groups: Male & Female  - First, Second, and Third places in the following brackets:

12 & under, 13- 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

5K Skate Awards:

Winged Wheels Award - Overall Fastest Skate Time

Age Groups: First, Second, and Third places in the following brackets:

12 & under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-39, 40+

Q: Do I have to be in a certain city/state to do this event?
A: Anyone can do the VIRTUAL Noah's Gift 5K  Run/Skate wherever you are on October 4, 2025. This is great way for families and friends to stay active together. 
 
Q: Do I have to run or can I walk?
A: You can run, walk, Skate... as long as you are purposefully moving and logging miles, it counts.
 
Q: Do I have to complete the 5K Virtual distance at one time?
A: Yes, since this is a "timed" event, you will need to complete the full  5k during one activity ... not multiple combined activities.
 
Q: Do I have to put in my miles outside?
A: Preferably you will be able to go outside so you can use our Live GPS tracking app, RaceJoy. See RaceJoy "How To" (click here). but if you need to complete your miles inside (on a treadmill, at the gym, etc.) that will be possible with the alternate reporting option.
 
Q: How do I record my miles/time?
A: The easiest and best way will be to utilize the RaceJoy app  ... you simply hit start on the app and it will register your time in results when you complete the 5K distance.  But, if you are unable to carry your phone; will be in a location with poor cell service; or need to complete your miles inside or on a treadmill, then there will be alternate ways to report your time.  You can upload directly to the RunSignUp system.  Just go to the Results Tab (click here)  on this webpage and choose "Submit Virtual Results".