Running for Africa 2025

Running for Africa 2025 Race Information

<p>&#x1f389; Lace Up for a Life-Changing Adventure! &#x1f389;<br />The 3rd Annual Running for Africa 2025 is HERE!<br />Presented by Shottenkirk Honda of Decatur and Powered by Fleet Feet Huntsville</p> <p>Platinum Sponsors are Darrell Wates and Associates, Early Services Inc, Parker Real Estate, and Halo Branded Solutions</p> <p>&#x1f4c5; Save the Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025<br />&#x1f4cd; Point Mallard Park • Decatur, Alabama<br />&#x1f4a5; Gates open at 6:30 AM — Late registration on sight.</p> <p> <br />Get ready to run, walk, cheer, win prizes, and change lives — all before lunch! &#x1f30d;&#x1f45f;<br />Join us for a high-energy morning of faith, fitness, and fun, all in support of Archangel Group International, a nonprofit on a mission to fight poverty and human trafficking in Africa. &#x1f49b;</p> <p>Founded by Decatur Police Officer Jonathan Macklin, Archangel Group International is “the hands and feet of Jesus”—restoring families, empowering communities, and providing critical law enforcement training across Africa.</p> <p> <br />&#x1f4ab; RACE DAY LINEUP:<br />&#x1f3c3;‍♂️ 5K Run – Starts at 8:00 AM<br />&#x1f389; 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk – Starts at 9:00 AM<br />&#x1f455; FREE Race Shirt for early registrants!<br />&#x1f381; DOOR PRIZES &#43; GIVEAWAYS throughout the morning — just for showing up!<br />&#x1f3c6; Trophies for top overall &amp; master male/female finishers (5K only)<br />&#x1f947; 1st–3rd Place Medals in all age divisions (Male &amp; Female)</p> <p> <br />&#x1f4b8; REGISTRATION FEES:<br />&#x1f3c3;‍♀️ 5K Run – $30<br />&#x1f6b6;‍♂️ 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk – $25<br />&#x1f4e2; EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: November 17th, 2025 &#64; 11:00PM If you want a free race shirt with our newly designed LOGO, you must be registered by then. </p> <p> <br />&#x1f389; BONUS: DOOR PRIZES &#43; GIVEAWAYS<br />&#x1f381; You could walk away with gift cards, local goodies, event swag, and more — just for being part of the event!<br />&#x1f39f;️ All registered participants are automatically entered.<br />Winners drawn throughout the event — you must be present to win!</p> <p style="line-height:1"> &#x1f9d2;&#x1f475; AGE DIVISIONS:</p> <p style="line-height:1"><br />14 &amp; under<br />15–19<br />20–24<br />25–29<br />30–34<br />35–39<br />40–44<br />45–49<br />50–54<br />55–59<br />60–64</p> <p style="line-height:1">65-69<br />70 &amp; up</p> <p style="line-height:1">We would also like to add that all finishers will receive a medal this year to display and add to their collections!!</p> <p style="line-height:1">&#x1f496; WHY WE RUN:<br />Every dollar raised fuels hope.<br />Every mile brings change.<br />Every step you take helps combat poverty, fight human trafficking, and empower families across Africa. &#x1f30d;&#x1f463;</p> <p> <br />Whether you’re racing for a medal, walking for a cause, or just hoping to win a prize — this is your moment to make a difference.</p> <p>&#x1f64f; Thank you for your support. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!</p> <p> <br />&#x1f4cd; Point Mallard Park • Decatur, AL<br />&#x1f4c6; Saturday, December 6th, 2025<br />&#x1f3bd; Be There. Be Bold. Be the Change.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>