Join us for a virtual 5k event to promote firearm safety and prevent children's access to firearms. Participate in the 3.1 mile journey whenever it works for you between June 1 - June 7. Create a fundraising page to recruit your loved ones to help support the cause! Together we can work toward a safer Virginia and protect our children from unintentional gun violence.

Course:

Get ready for a 5K adventure with a twist! You're the boss - choose your own path to conquer the 3.1 miles. Whether you're strutting through your neighborhood, exploring a park, hiking up a storm, strolling with your furry friend, pushing mini-humans in a stroller, or crushing it on a treadmill, the finish line is wherever you make it!

Make It Fun:

Wear orange to show your support for safe firearm storage and preventing children's access to firearms. Grab some friends to come along. Snap photos and share on social media! Tag @vachildcare and use hashtag #laceup4firearmsafety

Create a Fundraising Page: 

Don't forget to create your fundraising page and share the news with all your friends and family. Remember, every little bit helps, and together, we can accomplish great things. Click here to get started! Set a goal for yourself or your team, and share the reason why you run or walk for firearm safety! 

Your Impact:

1 in 3 households has a firearm stored somewhere inside. Our goal is to promote firearm safety and prevent tragedy by sharing information and tools to ensure these firearms are out of the reach of children. Your $20 registration donation provides a family or home-based child care provider with a firearm lock, support, and educational materials on safe firearm storage practices.

Registration includes:

• A "Lock It Up" free gift (U.S. only)
• Donation to Child Care Aware of Virginia
• Individual fundraising page to share your story and why firearm safety matters to you
• You may also add a Lock It Up water bottle to your registration