5th Annual Baby Steps for Jameson Memorial 5K

5K & Kids ½ Mile Fun Run

Location 
501 E Randolph St. McLeansboro, IL 62859

Proceeds Benefit Tender Mercies Foundation of Southern Illinois

PACKET PICK UP: 5:00-6:15 pam on RACE DAY

LOCATION: (BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET, RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA

 COURSE: VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE. 

AWARDS:
AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO RUNNERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
MALE AND FEMALE     (1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over)

AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO WALKERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
MALE AND FEMALE     (1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over)

KID’S ½ MILE FUN RUN: EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHER’S AWARD 

Proceeds from the 5K benefit Tender Mercies.

https://www.facebook.com/TenderMerciesFoundation

Tender Mercies Inc. is an organization that helps grieving parents through the loss of a child. “Tender Mercies Foundation of Southern Illinois’ purpose is, because of and through the Lord Jesus Christ, to provide personal and individualized guidance, loving-kindnesses, and emotional and monetary support to those affected by pregnancy, infant and child loss.”

Jameson was born sleeping on March 8, 2020. During this time, they provided emotional support and resources to us in this very difficult journey. They helped us understand that Jameson will always be remembered.
If you are on a similar walk and have lost a baby or a child (of ANY age) or know someone who did, please join us! Plan to walk, run or come visit! Signs with loved ones' names or personalized shirts are encouraged! 

Tropical Sno of McLeansboro will be setting up that day! Reward yourself for finishing the race with a sweet treat. Proceeds also benefit Tender Mercies.