Heart of a Lion 5K Run/Walk *All proceeds benefit the Jackson Area 19 SPECIAL OLYMPICS* 2026

The 12th Annual Heart of a Lion 5K Run/Walk at Ella Sharp Park benefits the Jackson Area 19 Special Olympics. All proceeds stay in Jackson County, supporting year-round sports training and athletic competition for persons with intellectual disabilities. A fun run for SOMI athletes and kids follows. Register early for a guaranteed shirt; supplies are limited for later entries. Professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation and part of the ORS Race Series. No dogs permitted, service dogs excluded.