Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K

The Nicole Moniz Memorial 5K Run/Walk is an annual event held in Ripon, Wisconsin, at Vines & Rushes Winery. It offers both an in-person 5K run/walk and a virtual 5K option, supporting the First We Live Foundation, a charity focused on improving access to integrated mental health services, especially for youth and helping professionals. The race honors Nicole Moniz, a mental health advocate and social worker.

Participants can pick up race packets the day before or on race day. The event fosters a supportive atmosphere dedicated to mental health awareness, with proceeds benefiting the foundation’s mission to break down societal barriers to mental health care. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.