The primary purpose of this race is to raise funds that provide a meaningful hand up to those in need. While race registration helps cover event costs, the true impact comes from the additional support we raise together . We invite you not only to register and participate, but also to seek sponsorships and encourage donations from friends, family, co-workers, and all your social media followers . With your help, we can extend support to families locally and around the world to make a lasting difference. Join us on SUNDAY, November 8, 2026, for our 15th Annual Spend Yourself® 5K Run/3K. This fundraiser supports Columbia's Spend Yourself® World Hunger ministries in Falls Church and Muchila, Zambia. Sign up to run or walk in person or virtually from wherever you are and start raising funds ! Super Duper Early Registration Discounts: April 1 – June 15 Early Registration Discounts: June 16 – August 31 Regular Rate September 1st - November 8th Save by registering early and committing to fundraising! REGISTER BY OCTOBER 15th TO ENSURE YOU RECEIVE THE OFFICAL 15TH ANNUAL SPEND YOURSELF RACE LONG SLEEVED T-SHIRT!!!!!
5K: T-Shirt
3K: T-Shirt
Virtual 5K Run/3K Walk: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | Apr 1 | Jun 15 |
| $35.00 | Jun 16 | Aug 31 | |
| $40.00 | Sep 1 | Nov 8 | |
| 3K | $30.00 | Apr 1 | Jun 15 |
| $35.00 | Jun 16 | Aug 31 | |
| $40.00 | Sep 1 | Nov 8 | |
| Virtual 5K Run/3K Walk | $30.00 | Apr 1 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 122 | 31:48 | 23:08 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 248 | 33:34 | 16:23 |
| 2024 | 160 | 31:44 | 18:42 |
| 2017 | 222 | 32:32 | 16:58 |
| 2013 | 206 | 30:10 | 17:31 |
Interested in this race?
| Jun 15 |
| $35.00 | Jun 16 | Aug 31 |
| $40.00 | Sep 1 | Nov 8 |
Register online by October 15th to guarantee we have the 15th Annual long sleeve race t-shirt in your size! T-shirts for those who run or walk virtually will be mailed.