Running for Rotary - Our 3nd Annual 5K Fundraiser

LaGrange Rotary 100th Anniversary 3rd Annual 5K run/walk to benefit local literacy and youth programs.

Last year's 5K event was in celebration of LaGrange Rotary’s 100th Anniversary, the Club provided an opportunity to involve our community while raising money to support literacy in our area. On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the second Running for Rotary took place in LaGrange.

The run/walk covered a 3.1-mile certified course using the town’s Thread Trail. There were over 300 participants of all ages – from 9 to 82. Eight LaGrange Rotarians ran, and 25 Rotarians were volunteers in support of the race. Each participant received a commemorative t-shirt, and age group winners received medals for their accomplishments. We also had 11 non-Rotarian volunteers help with race day.

The run/walk was supported by entry fees as well as sponsors, this year we had an increase in both. We had 20 sponsor organizations and 300+ runners/participants.

The total amount raised in support of the literacy goal was $16,500. The Club has designated the raised funds to support our local community charitable efforts.

With the success of this event, the Club is planning the 4rd Annual Run for Rotary in the coming year.

(the number of hours reflect the total that Scott and Glenn planning the event plus the hours that the volunteers spent for the set up and breakdown for the event.)