RUN, WALK, HAVE FUN, AND SUPPORT WGVU
Join us on the morning of April 25th at Millennium Park for three community-powered events: a 5K Fun Run, a 2-Mile Walk, or a 1-Mile Dog and Kid Run. It's a day built around movement, connection, and supporting WGVU Public Media's mission.
A Message from Shelley:
"My passion is movement and setting goals that keep me energized in every part of my life. After 25 years on the air at WGVU, I've been running toward community, connection, and great storytelling every day. Now I get to run with YOU. Join me, sponsor, show up, hydrate, celebrate. Just say YES!"
Your support directly strengthens West Michigan by helping WGVU deliver:
• Trusted local journalism that keeps our community informed
• Educational programming that helps kids learn and grow
• Cultural content that celebrates the people and stories of our region
• Commercial-free programming accessible to everyone
When you support WGVU, you're investing in lifelong learning, public-service reporting, arts and culture, and the shared civic well-being of West Michigan.
And yes, there are perks.
Every participant receives a limited edition WGVU baseball cap, plus access to pre- and post-race refreshments, including a Bloody Mary bar and a charcuterie table that would make any West Michigan foodie proud.
Event Details:
Whether you run, walk, skip, stroll, or let your dog set the pace, you'll be part of something bigger. 100% of proceeds support WGVU Public Media, fueling children's education, community storytelling, and the programming West Michigan relies on.
And since Shelley is marking 25 years at WGVU, she's not just hosting the Fun Run, she's basically lapping the quarter-century mark of connecting communities through radio. Come celebrate the milestone with us.
Apr 24, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$25.00
Apr 24, 2027
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
10:00
$35.00
Apr 24, 2027
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
10:05
$35.00
Apr 24, 2027
Distance — 2 Miles
Type — Running
10:10
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Grand Rapids.
Learn more about the host city, Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids is in West Michigan, in the United States of America.
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