The 14th Annual RACE for the Orphans 5K on May 2, 2026 had more than 820 participants run and walk to raise money for the 2026 RACE Grant Recipients. More than $100,000 was raised for these amazing five families (the most ever!) Thank you for an amazing day!

2026 RACE Grant Recipients
5K RACE Winners
5K Male Winners
1st Vladimir Zander-Velloso 15:00
2nd Will Ponder 15:51
3rd Fabien Frieling 16:18
5K Female Winners
1st Annika Gompers 18:11
2nd Eleanor Norton 18:44
3rd Haley Allen 19:32
RACE Results
All 5K RACE results can be found here.
Congratulations to the winners of the School Competition
1st place: Coram Deo Classical School won the RACE trophy and a $300 Amazon Gift Card
2nd place: Elm Street Elementary School won a $200 Amazon Gift Card
3rd Place: Newnan High School won a $100 Amazon Gift Card

RACE Pictures
RACE for the Orphans was thankful to have two amazing photographers with us for the 14th Annual RACE, Christy Grote and Matt Evans. We truly appreciate their help telling the story of the RACE!
Christy’s Photos Matt’s Photos
RACE for the Orphans wants to thank our 2026 Sponsors


