Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk

The Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk to Prevent is an annual event held in Fuquay Varina, NC, organized by the Hiester Cares Foundation. The race aims to raise funds for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, with over $250,000 raised in the past three years. The 5K course is USATF certified and takes place entirely on the campus of Fuquay Varina High School.

Participants receive a race t-shirt and swag bag, and awards are given to the top finishers in various age categories. The event promotes community engagement and awareness around mental health issues. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.