Sunshine & Hope 5K Run/Walk 2026

Description

Join us for the Sunshine & Hope 5K Run/Walk, a special day of remembrance, community, and hope held in memory of Warrick Barfield and benefiting the SUDC Foundation. Together, we will honor Warrick's life and the lives of children gone too soon while raising awareness and support for families affected by Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

The day will begin with registration and check-in, followed by welcome remarks and a heartfelt moment of remembrance. Families with young children are invited to participate in the Children's "Shooting Star Dash" before runners and walkers take to the course for the Sunshine & Hope 5K.

Following the race, participants can enjoy finish-line refreshments, family-friendly activities, sponsor recognition, and award presentations. The celebration will continue with a family festival featuring opportunities to connect, remember, and support an important cause.

A registration fee of $20 for all participants over the age of 5 will be donated directly to the SUDC Foundation.

Event Schedule:

8:00 AM – Registration and check-in opens 8:45 AM – Welcome remarks and event overview 9:00 AM – Moment of remembrance and recognition of children being honored 9:15 AM – Children's "Shooting Star Dash" 9:30 AM – Sunshine & Hope 5K begins 10:30 AM – Finish line activities, refreshments, and family engagement 11:00 AM – Awards and sponsor recognition 11:30 AM – Family festival activities continue

Can't attend the event in person? You can still be part of honoring Warrick by donating (click Donate above) or registering as a fundraiser (click Become A Fundraiser above). Create a personal fundraising page and share Warrick's story with friends and family.

Whether you run, walk, volunteer, fundraise, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps fund critical research, family support programs, and awareness efforts through the SUDC Foundation. We hope you will join us as we celebrate Warrick's legacy and bring sunshine and hope to families impacted by SUDC.

The SUDC Foundation is the leading organization serving families and professionals worldwide. Its mission is to raise awareness, fund research, and provide support to those affected by Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC). The Foundation offers all programs and services free of charge to the families it serves.