One Thousand Schools 5K
When is One Thousand Schools 5K?
One Thousand Schools 5K takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026 in Alexandria, VA.
What distances does One Thousand Schools 5K offer?
One Thousand Schools 5K offers 2 events: Fun Mile, 5K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Mile | 1.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $36.00 | Register |
How much does One Thousand Schools 5K cost?
Registration for One Thousand Schools 5K starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is One Thousand Schools 5K held?
One Thousand Schools 5K is held in Alexandria, VA at 1 Marina Drive.
About One Thousand Schools 5K
Run 5K with One Thousand Schools and meet special guest, international ultra-marathon runner and YouTube star Shin Fujiyama! With over 100 schools built, One Thousand Schools is on a mission to empower youth in Honduras through education. Run and support our educational and residential programming for at risk and homeless youth. Celebrate Honduran heritage and international humanitarian service for education. Run and be entered to win a special run-based trip to Honduras to train with a Honduran Olympian and his run club!
Founded by Falls Church resident and Mary Washington Alumni, Shin Fujiyama - the One Thousand Schools organization has grown to build over 100 schools in Honduras. Hundreds of volunteers from the greater DC area have volunteered with the organization since 2007 in Honduras working on education programs. The purpose of this run is to raise funds and awareness for the organization promoting education and youth empowerment for Honduran youth to provide educational and residential services for homeless youth.