Don’t Run Alone 5K
9:30am, Saturday, October 10, 2026
Join us for the 5th Annual Don’t Run Alone 5K on October 10th to celebrate World Mental Health Day!
Put A Little Good Into This World
Not able to make it to New Lenox? You can join us from anywhere in the world. Simply register for the event and create your fundraising page, share it with friends and family to earn Zac Plantz Foundation (ZPF) gear, and run or walk your own 3.1-mile route on October 10th. Don’t forget to invite friends to join you and post a picture after your run with your time (if desired) and the #DontRunAlone5K.
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Joining
Virtually?You don’t have to run alone, even if you’re not in New Lenox. Create a virtual 5K for your area and register here.
How it All Began
On November 26, 2020, a foundation rose from the ashes of the tragic passing of Zachary Jacob Plantz. In his short time on Earth, Zac made an indelible mark as a son, brother, mentor, friend, and, above all, a shepherd. He was a natural leader, not because he took up the mantle from the front, but because he gathered people who risked being left behind and carried them with him. Many people were cared for and inspired by Zac, and we continue to draw on his strength and love to fulfill our own potential. The Zac Plantz Foundation is devoted to solidifying his memory through Zac’s greatest life passions: faith-based education, leadership & service, and health & wellness. Zac shepherded a huge, diverse flock, and by taking up his mantle, we will continue to honor his memory through our care for others.