Run 4 Brighter Days and Kids Fun Event

Running Towards Hope!

Together, we can make a difference. Join us for our 14th Annual Run 4 Brighter Days as we raise awareness and advocate for Teen Suicide Prevention. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation supports a cause that can save lives..

Can't join us in person, we have a Virtual Option!

Our race this year will kick off Suicide Prevention Week
National Suicide Prevention Month
National Suicide Prevention Week Sep 6, 2026 – Sat, Sep 12, 2026
World Suicide Prevention Day Sept 9th
and The Jonathan Foundation's national program Be That Friend

Race Details:

Type: 5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk
Date: September 12th 2026
Start Time: 7:45 AM Kids Fun Run
Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM
Location:  Lynches River County Park
Address: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
Proceeds: The Jonathan C. Smith Foundation

Registration Fees:
Early Registration: 5K/Walk- $35 – (Until May 31st)
Regular Registration: 5k/Walk - $40 - (Jun 1st - Sep 10th)
Late Registration: 5K/Walk -$45 after (Sep11th- Sep 12th)
Race Day Registration: 5k/Walk - $45
5K for Kids 12 and under: FREE
Kids Fun Run: 12 and under: FREE
5K for Youth Sports Team Members (18 and under): FREE
Virtual Race: 5K/Walk - $45 - Entry will receive T-shirt and participation medal in the mail after the race

Our race is a part of the  Pee Dee Grand Prix

Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM – 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM
Race Start Time: 5K 8:30 AM – Kids Fun Run/Walk 7:45 AM
Awards: Ceremony will be after all participants have finished
Entertainment: Joyful Entertainment, cool Environmental Discovery Center with interactive fun, live exhibits, and to round out the fun there is a tree top canopy walk. 
All Kids get Free t-shirt and Medal!

 
Name of location: Lynches River Country Park
Street: 5094 County Park Rd, Coward, SC 29530
City, State, Zip: Coward, SC 29530
Packet Pickup Kids Fun Run: On-site 6:45 AM – 7:30 AM
Packet Pickup 5k: Onsite 6:45 AM - 8:15 AM

Event special notes:
Strollers are welcome.
People can listen to music while running.
Note to Pets: Please tell your humans to bring your leash.

Accommodations:

Comfort Inn and Suites, Florence SC, 527 Woody Jones Blvd., Florence, SC, 29501, US

Click Here Comfort Inn and Suites for our discounted rate: Discounted Rate expires August 13, 2025.  

Refund Policy:
Our Event will proceed rain or shine/ No Refunds