The James Anderson Built on Belief 7k and 1 Mile Walk
October 18 @ 7:30 am – 11:00 am
Join Us for the 3rd Annual James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1-Mile Walk for Recovery!
đź“… Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
đź“Ť Location: 916 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, Ohio 44314
We’re excited to announce the 3rd Annual James Anderson Built on Belief 7K & 1-Mile Walk for Recovery —an event dedicated to celebrating resilience, recovery, and community. The 1 Mile Walk is an untimed event!
Virtual: Can’t participant on race day. We offer virtual so you can run the event any day/time and log your results from October 18-31!. You can pickup your items on Saturday/Sunday the weekend of our event or add on $10 for your items to be shipped to you after our event. The virtual mailing will be shipped after the event by October 23 and should be received by October 31. Virtual isn’t included in the awards!
This race was inspired by James Anderson, whose journey of recovery has been nothing short of remarkable. In 2023, James ran 100 miles straight over 30 hours, pushing his body and mind to the limit to raise $20,000 for our organization. His dedication and belief in the power of recovery continue to inspire others to take that next step—whether it’s one mile or one hundred.
In 2024, we launched this race as a way to honor James’ efforts and create a lasting tradition that brings the community together in support of recovery. Our inaugural event was a huge success, but we also learned a lot—and we’re making exciting improvements for 2026! This year, participants can look forward to:
âś… A newly paved driveway at the start/finish line for a smoother race experience
âś… An updated and more accurate race map to ensure precise course measurements
âś… An even better event experience with improved logistics, amenities, and more surprises!
🏅 Whether you’re running the 7K, walking the 1-mile course, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps change lives.
Register today and be part of something bigger than a race—be part of a movement.
Together, we run for recovery. Together, we believe.
Sponsorship:
If your interested in sponsoring our event please visit our sponsorship page!
| Price Schedule | 1 Mile | 7K | Virtual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Through May 31st | $25 | $35 | $35 |
| Through September 30th | $25 | $40 | $35 |
| Through October 17th | $30 | $45 | $35 |
| Through Race Day | $35 | $50 | $35 |
Group Pricing for 10+ Participants at $5 Discount!
| Schedule of Events |
|---|
| 7:30am: Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Begins |
| 9:00am: 7k Run / Walk Begins |
| 9:15am: 1 Mile Family Fun Walk Begins |
| 10:00am: Awards Ceremony |
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
| Saturday, October 17th: 12:00pm-4:00pm @ The JADFA House 916 Kenmore Blvd Akron, OH US 44314 |
SWAG
T-Shirt:
Short Sleeve T-Shirt for all registrants Adult X-Small to 3X-Large. Â Discount is available for a No Shirt option of $5 up to Race Day! Shirts will be limited after Sunday, October 4!
Medals:
All participants will receive a medal.
Course Map
https://track.rtrt.me/map/RP-THE-JAMES-ANDERSON-BUILT-ON-BELIEF-26
Awards
Top 1 Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Age Group Male & Female in 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
Race registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
