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HKRS Marathon Award:
26 Miles of Dedication
At HKRS, we believe every child can accomplish big things – one mile at a time. The HKRS Marathon Award encourages runners to set a goal, stay committed, and discover the power of perseverance. Complete 26 miles – a marathon inspired milestone – across HKRS seasons and earn the Marathon Award honoring your hard work, dedication, and commitment to an active, healthy lifestyle.
Marathon Award Application
Is your runner in the HKRS one-mile division? Complete the one-mile race all five weeks of the season and earn 5 miles toward your HKRS Marathon Award!
Keep coming back, keep moving, and watch your miles add up. Across multiple HKRS seasons, every mile brings your runner closer to the 26-mile finish line and the HKRS Marathon Award!
Every mile counts. Every season gets you closer.
Already at 21 miles? You’re almost there! Apply now and complete the remaining miles needed to reach 26 during the upcoming HKRS season to earn your Marathon Award!
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, runners must:
- Be in 4th grade or older (mileage begins counting starting in 4th grade).
- Complete at least 21 verified HKRS miles.
- Be registered for an upcoming HKRS season and expected to complete their remaining mileage to reach 26 total miles within that season.
How to Apply
Step 1: Download and print the HKRS Marathon Award Tracker to record your mileage.
Step 2: Once you’ve completed 21 miles and are registered to finish your remaining miles during your upcoming season, submit your Marathon Award application.
Step 3: Continue participating in your local HKRS Series to complete all 26 miles.
Step 4: Celebrate your achievement and receive your award at your local Series awards ceremony!
Marathon Award Items
Once you complete all 26 miles and have an approved HKRS Marathon Award application, you may be eligible to receive:
Marathon Award Medal
Printed Certificate
Marathon Award Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Marathon Award Sticker
Marathon Award Tote Bag
Opportunity for recognition on social media
Frequently Asked Questions
When can runners start earning miles toward the Marathon Award?
Beginning in 4th grade, each HKRS one-mile race completed during an eligible season counts toward the Marathon Award.
Can I combine miles from different seasons?
Yes! Eligible miles accumulate across multiple HKRS seasons. Find past results on our website here.
Do I have to wait until I reach 26 miles to apply?
No. Submit your application once you’ve completed 21 miles and are expected to finish your remaining miles during your upcoming HKRS season.
When do we receive the HKRS Marathon Award?
Eligible runners will be celebrated and presented with their HKRS Marathon Award by their local Community Coordinator. The award will be presented during the Awards Ceremony in the final week of their local Healthy Kids Running Series.
Thank You
The HKRS Marathon Award is proudly sponsored by the USATF Foundation, helping us recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of young runners nationwide.
If you’d like to support this program and help offset award costs, consider making a donation to the HKRS Marathon Award Fund by clicking the Donation Form link below.
Support the Marathon Award – Donate today!
