Footsteps for Families

Footsteps for Families is an annual 5K run/walk event held at Busse Woods Groves 5-9 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, with a virtual participation option. The event promotes ending child abuse and supporting families, organized by Safe Families for Children and Lydia Home Association. Participants can choose between a 5K run, a 1-mile walk, or a virtual run.

The event features a family-friendly atmosphere with music, food trucks, kids' activities like bounce houses and face painting, and awards for top finishers and fundraisers. Virtual participants can run anytime within a set period and track their results via the ASICS Runkeeper app. The event fosters community support and raises funds to keep children safe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.