Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Virtual Run/Walk

October 9-15, 2026 is Pregnancy & Infant Loss awareness week. If you or someone you care about has lost a child to stillbirth, miscarriage, SIDS, or any other cause at any point during pregnancy or infancy, please join us in raising awareness this October for Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness.

This race benefits: Share, Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support

HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RACE

• Register for the race
• Complete a 5K, 10k or Half Marathon run/walk at your convenience, any time, anywhere between October 9-15, 2026
• Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed overall and receive your finisher certificate.
• Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #RunsForAPurpose
• Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group to share and celebrate with other participants.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Race Medal
• Printable Race Bib
• Printable Finisher Certificate

HOW TO CREATE A TEAM

• Only 1 person needs to register and create a team name
• Share your team name so others can join during registration

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• How do I print my bib? 
  Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
• How do I print my finisher certificate?
  Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
• Do I have to submit my time to get my medal?
  No, submitting your time is optional, your medal will be mailed to you regardless.
• How do I track my time?
  You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps.
• How do I create a team?
  During registration, you will setup a team name. Share your team name with others so when they go to register, they look for your team name to join.
• Do all team members have to run/walk together?
  No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk at their own pace on their own time.
• Do all team members have to do the same distance?
  No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
• When will I get my medal/shirt?
  Medals will start to ship mid-September through the end of the race. Shirts are made to order and shipped within 7-10 business days of placing the order.

Registration includes: medal, printable bib and finisher certificate.

Shirts are available for $20, purchased separately. Option to purchase is provided on your registration confirmation page.