Race Description
The 3rd annual Poppy's Run For Life 5K Run/Walk is scheduled to take place on March 09, 2025, tentatively at Hennessy Park in Houston, Texas. This event aims to honor those who have lost their lives to suicide and support those affected by it, with all proceeds going to suicide prevention programs.
Organized by Caryn Honig, whose family has been directly impacted by suicide, the event highlights the urgent need for awareness and education surrounding mental health. The initiative emphasizes the statistics surrounding suicide, including 45,979 deaths in the U.S. in 2020 alone. Through this event, the organizers hope to increase resources for those struggling with mental health issues and encourage individuals to seek help.