Geauga County Hosts 5K to Support Foster Children

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Geauga County is launching the first-ever Foster the Future 5K and 1-mile walk on May 30 to support foster children and families during National Foster Care Month. The event, hosted by Geauga County Job and Family Services, will raise funds and awareness for the county's foster care programs, which are seeking more foster parents, especially for teenagers and sibling groups.

Why it matters

Foster care is a critical community need, with many children in Geauga County and across Ohio in need of stable, supportive homes. This 5K aims to engage residents in supporting foster families and the vital services they provide to vulnerable youth.

The details

The race will take place on May 30 at 14588 West Park Street in Burton, Ohio. Race-day registration and packet pickup will begin at 8 a.m., with both the 5K and 1-mile walk scheduled to start at 9 a.m. Participants who register by May 18 will receive a t-shirt, and all proceeds will go toward supporting the care and well-being of children served by Geauga County.

• The inaugural Foster the Future 5K and 1-mile walk will take place on May 30, 2026.
• Race-day registration and packet pickup will begin at 8 a.m. on May 30.
• The 5K and 1-mile walk are scheduled to start at 9 a.m. on May 30.

What’s next

Residents interested in participating in the Foster the Future 5K and 1-mile walk can register online or in-person on race day. The county is also actively recruiting foster families to support the growing need for placements, especially for older youth and sibling groups.