The Big Hearts for Little Hearts Loma Linda Guild is hosting its third annual Family Fitness Fun 5k Run/Walk & Expo on Sunday, April 2, at Burrage Mansion, 1205 W. Crescent Ave., Redlands, 92373.
Check-in starts at 7 a.m., and the 5K run/walk begins at 8 a.m. It will start at the mansion, go through the streets of Redlands and end back at the mansion, where the health expo will be held.
Over 25 exhibitors will offer a variety of products and services that can enhance family fitness and health. There will also be several children’s activities, including an obstacle course, golf lessons and snow cone making.
Former Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital patient Alex Miller, age 10, of Redlands, will be the guest of honor. He was born with a severe congenital heart defect, but thanks to five open-heart surgeries Alex now has a healthy heart and leads an active life. He participated in last year’s run and is looking forward to running again this year.
“I liked running with my family and friends last year,” Miller said. “I think I did pretty good. My mom timed me at 40 minutes, but I’m going to try to beat that this year.”
The Big Hearts for Little Hearts Loma Linda Guild is committed to supporting the children treated at LLU Children’s Hospital by developing programs and projects that address the critical needs of these children and their families. The Loma Linda Guild was the first and original chapter, formed back in 1999. Since its inception, the guild has raised over $1.6 million for Children’s Hospital.
“We are so grateful to have a world-class Children’s Hospital right here in the Inland Empire, where doctors and nurses provide the finest care for our kids,” said Lynn Sleeth, president of the Loma Linda Guild. “Everything the guild does is designed to raise funds and awareness about this remarkable resource right here in our own backyard.”
For additional information or to register for the event, call 909-709-2061 or visit the event webpage.