Day of Excellence 5k Run/Walk
Join Us for the ACE Academy 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser!
ACE will be collaborating with Black Men Run -Seattle to host a 5K walk/run scholarship fundraiser at Genesee Park. The dollars raised for this event will go towards FAME scholarships for our 5 current college recipients and a new 5 high school graduates that will be attending college in the fall.
🗓 Date: Sunday, June 22, 2025
📍 Location: Genesee Park, Seattle, WA
⏰ Time: Check-in at 8:00 AM | Race begins at 9:00 AM
🎯 Fundraising Goal: $15,000 scholarships for ACE Alumni pursuing college and career endeavors
👟 Open to All | Family-Friendly | All Fitness Levels Welcome!
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and hit the trails for a cause that’s close to home and heart. ACE Academy is hosting its first-ever 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser — and we want YOU there!
This is more than a race — it’s a movement. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a weekend walker, or just want to show up in support, we’re inviting our whole community to come together for Black youth empowerment, education, and opportunity.
🏃♀️ How It Works:
Register solo or gather a team of family, friends, or coworkers via eventbrite
Raise funds leading up to race day — every dollar supports ACE's mission
The fastest runner in the 5K also takes home a prize
💥 Why Participate?
Funds raised will directly support ACE Academy’s life-changing programs for Black boys and young men—providing educational support, mentorship, enrichment, and a strong foundation for future success.
💸 Where does the Funding go?
All funding raised from the Day of Excellence event, would go towards our FAME scholarship fund. The F.A.M.E. (Family Academics Motivation, and Environment) scholarship is a dedicated scholarship fund for former ACE program participants. The scholarship provides supplemental funds that can be utilized by students to cover costs associated with their post-secondary educational paths. We realize that as students continue their education there are often unexpected costs and obstacles that can get in the way of successfully completing programs.
https://www.aceacademywa.org/famescholarship
The Academy for Creating Excellence (ACE) and Black Men Run (BMR) - Seattle will be collaborating through a 5k walk/jog/run called the Day of Excellence.
Day of Excellence is a scholarship fundraiser centered around the health and wellness of black men. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to support the ACE FAME Scholarship fund. 10 ACE students will receive $1,000 awards towards their post-secondary education.ACE is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization providing high quality services in support of black males. Fostering safe spaces to facilitate their growth to best understand themselves as viables world citizens.
BMR - Seattle - At Black Men Run we believe that running/jogging can change these alarming trends and we are here to encourage African American males to get out and be active. Research tells us that running on a regular basis not only benefits individuals from a physical standpoint but also increases mental sharpness. Studies show that running on a regular basis helps to boost your confidence, relieves stress and eliminates depression.
Link for Donations: https://www.aceacademywa.org/donations
