Race for Hope 2026

2026 Race for Hope Sets New Records

The LifeNet Health Foundation's 2026 Race for Hope was our largest event yet, bringing together more than 500 participants, 50+ volunteers, and a community of generous sponsors and supporters committed to making a difference.

Together, we raised more than $40,000 to support the Foundation's charitable initiatives and mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to every participant, volunteer, sponsor, donor, and supporter who helped make this year's event such a tremendous success. Your commitment and generosity continue to fuel meaningful impact far beyond race day.

Event Highlights

  • 500+ Participants
  • 50+ Volunteers
  • $40,000+ Raised
  • 31 Generous Sponsors
  • 34 Teams
  • Largest Race for Hope in Event History

Thank you for helping turn every step into hope and every mile into impact.

 

We’re grateful to our friends at WTKR for helping share the Race for Hope story!


Results

Congratulations to all of our participants! Every runner, walker, and supporter helped make this year's event unforgettable. A special round of applause goes to our top finishers:

5K Female
1st Place: Kylie Cohoon – 26:21 (8:29 pace)
2nd Place: Richelle Mohr – 26:41 (8:35 pace)
3rd Place: Gina Bamaca – 26:50 (8:38 pace)

5K Male
1st Place: Scott Hilts – 17:24 (5:36 pace)
2nd Place: Steve Speirs – 18:45 (6:02 pace)
3rd Place: Daniel Shuman – 19:12 (6:11 pace)

1 Mile Female
1st Place: Amy Dorfman – 8:46
2nd Place: Maisie Bowman – 8:59
3rd Place: Daniela Berrone – 10:15

1 Mile Male
1st Place: Carter Quiban – 8:46
2nd Place: Miraan Jain – 8:50
3rd Place: Alex Dorfman – 8:53

We're so proud of every participant who joined us to race for hope and honor the gift of donation.

Full Race Results


Participants in both the 5k & 1-Mile events (in-person) can access events photos and finisher certificates at the link below. Thank you to our Photo Sponsor TowneBank, and our Finisher Certificate, Organ Recovery Systems.




Event photos and Finisher Certificates

2026 Event Album

 

GOLD SPONSORS

 

 

SILVER SPONSORS

 

 

BRONZE SPONSORS

 

 

VENDOR TENT SPONSORS

Beach Ford
Harrison Group Hotels
NAMI Coastal Virginia
Point2 Running
Sentara Therapy Centers

 

SIGN SPONSOR

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