RACE for the Orphans

RACE for the Orphans RACE for the Orphans is an annual 5K race that helps raise funds for families who are opening their hearts and homes to adoption.

Through your participation, RACE for the Orphans, Inc., is helping bring children home to their forever families. Founded in 2013 with a vision for Raising Awareness Compassion and Education about the needs of orphans around the world, the annual 5K RACE has grown to over 700 participants and volunteersโ€ฆall committed to raising money for area adopting families.

Great information from our partner Lifesong for Orphans
10/01/2026

Great information from our partner Lifesong for Orphans

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09/11/2026

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We have exciting news to share!The Owens family, RACE Grant Recipients in 2016 (son from Ethiopia), 2019 (daughter from ...
09/10/2026

We have exciting news to share!
The Owens family, RACE Grant Recipients in 2016 (son from Ethiopia), 2019 (daughter from India), and 2025 (sibling group from Colombia), are finally leaving this Saturday for Colombia to adopt their four children!
This has been a long process, and they will spend 5-6 weeks in Colombia, so please pray for this amazing family as they transition into becoming a family of 10!

We are grateful to partner with many amazing organizations, one of which is Christian City, Inc. Their Crossroads Foster...
08/08/2026

We are grateful to partner with many amazing organizations, one of which is Christian City, Inc. Their Crossroads Foster Care and Adoption program is an incredible resource for families who want to help change the lives of children in Georgia. Check it out!

At Christian City, we believe love and a stable home can change the trajectory of the lives of the children in state care.

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07/24/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ **RACE DAY IS HERE!** ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’œ

Today's the day!

Tonight, our community comes together for the **6th Annual Race for Ellie & Friends** to celebrate, support, and encourage families of individuals with special needs.

Whether you're running, walking, volunteering, sponsoring, or cheering from the sidelines, **thank you** for being part of something so much bigger than a race.

๐Ÿ“ **Walk-up Registration:** Opens at **5:30 PM**
๐ŸŒˆ **Color Run Begins:** **7:30 PM**

Don't Forget to Bring:

*A lawn chair to relax and enjoy the evening
*A towel for water activities
*An umbrellaโ€”we're racing rain or shine!

Come hungry! We'll have great food, music, inflatables, yard games, and plenty of colorful fun for the whole family.

Every step you take tonight helps support families of individuals with special needs through Ellie & Friends and provides scholarships for students at Lighthouse Special Education Academy.

We can't wait to celebrate with you.

07/19/2026

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Atlanta, GA

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