CAPES for Kids is an annual 5K|10K & Kids Fun Run, held in honor of a 3-year old Carver Elementary School student, who lost her life due to physical abuse and neglect in 2011. Formerly known as the Carver C.A.P. Run, this event strives to honor her life, and the lives of children like her, while also raising awareness and support for victims of child abuse in our local community. All proceeds support quality services at the CARE House of the Pee Dee for children who have been abused and their families.

Schedule:

Check-In & In-Person Registration: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
5K & 10K Race Start Time: 8:00 AM
Kid's Fun Run: 9:30 AM

Course Info:

The 5K & 10K courses begin at Briggs Elementary School at 8:00 AM. Timing provided by Simply Timing. All participants are encouraged to arrive to the race early to allow time for parking. If you plan to register and/or need to pick up your race packet on race day, please plan to arrive by 7:00 AM.

The Kids Fun Run will begin at 9:30 AM. Participants will have the option to complete a short loop or a 1-mile loop. These events will not be timed.
Come dressed as your favorite superhero and enter our Costume Contest! Prizes will be awarded in individual and family/group categories.

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Awards:

All awards are based on gun time.

Overall Winners (Medals)
5K Female - First, Second, Third
5K Male - First, Second, Third
10K Female - First, Second, Third
10K Male - First, Second, Third

Age Group Winners
Age Groups: 12 & under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Participants who place in the top three in their age group will receive a medal. Age groups are separated by gender.
 
*Please note if you place Overall, you will not also be awarded for your age group.

The Cause

CAPES for Kids is an annual 5K|10K & Kids Fun Run, held in honor of a 3-year old Carver Elementary School student, who lost her life due to physical abuse and neglect in 2011. Formerly known as the Carver C.A.P. Run, this event strives to honor her life, and the lives of children like her, while also raising awareness and support for victims of child abuse in our local community. All proceeds support quality services at the CARE House of the Pee Dee for children who have been abused and their families. This family-friendly event includes children's activities such as face-painting and inflatables along with a superhero costume contest.

Cost:

Late Race Registration: April 1, 2025 - May 3, 2025
5K: $40.00
10K: $45.00
*Register before Thursday, April 10th to guarantee a Race T-Shirt

In-Person Registration Will Be Held During Packet Pick-Up & On Race Day.
5K: $45.00
10K: $50.00
Kids Fun Run
With Shirt: $20.00
Without Shirt: $5.00

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