About the Perseverance: The V Foundation 5k
This 5K runs on the campus of NC State University, honoring the legacy of Jimmy Valvano while raising money for cancer research. The course is a walk or run, open to students, faculty, alumni, and neighbors alike. The event is organized by two chapters of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and the morning carries a sense of purpose beyond the race itself.
A guest speaker addresses the crowd, with remarks centered on perseverance, men's health, and cancer awareness. The event connects to a broader push around prostate health education in the Black community, so there is a program around the run, not just a start line and a finish.
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Distances & Start Times
5K10/30/2026 10:00$30
1K10/30/2026 10:00$5
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