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August 10 | Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

Now in its 12th year, Run for Recovery has become a well-known community event that brings people together to move for something that matters. More than 450 runners and walkers come together—some run for health and recovery, others in memory of a loved one, and all for those still struggling with mental health and addiction. Proceeds are used to provide for the basic needs of those pursuing recovery.

Whether you’re a walker or runner, a sponsor or a volunteer, we appreciate your support for the vital work of recovery.
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Registration fees include a wristband for all-day admission into the zoo and rainforest.

Event schedule

Saturday, August 10th  |  8:30 a.m.  |  Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

  • 7:00am – Open Registration* and Packet Pickup Begins
  • 7:15am – Zoo Gate Opens, Community Tables Open, Putt Putt Course for Kids (presented by the Cuyahoga Problem Gambling Coalition)
  • 7:45am – Yoga Warmup with Seed Yoga (free & optional)
  • 8:15am – Opening Ceremonies @ Main Stage
  • 8:25am – Kids’ Fun Run
  • 8:30am – 5K
  • 8:45am – Registration closes
  • 8:45am – One Mile Wellness Walk
  • 9:45am – Medal and Fundraising Awards @ Main Stage

Featuring DJ Stepone – voted Cleveland’s best DJ in 2023 by Cleveland Scene magazine. 

*Registration fees include wristband for admission into the Zoo and Rainforest all day! 

Our Sponsors

CHAMPION ($5,000)
 
Medical Mutual
 
HEROES ($2,500)
 
Baird
Fit Technologies
Gallagher
Glenbeigh
Keep it Fun Ohio
 
PARTNERS ($1,000)
 
Adam HS
Allegro
Ciuni & Panichi
CJ 19
Gnoddie
MCPC
Physicians Ambulance
Tera Coleman
Wells Fargo Advisors
WKYC
 
FRIENDS ($500)
 
Addiction Outreach Clinic
Allen Graphics
Cavitch Familo & Durkin
Charles Royer
Giving Insight
My Recovery Day
Newport Healthcare
Spencer Printing
Taft
The Emily Program
 

What we’re running for

Treatment

Whether a client needs treatment for the early stages of substance use or has been dependent on drugs and/or alcohol for a long time, Recovery Resources offers a variety of outpatient services, including outpatient and intensive outpatient (IOP) addiction treatment programs that last eight weeks. Money raised from the Run for Recovery allows these programs to continue and gets those who need care into treatment.

Transportation

One of the largest barriers clients face when seeking treatment is transportation. Many clients don’t have personal methods of transportation and must rely on rides from loved ones, public transportation or walking/biking.

Lack of reliable transportation decreases the likelihood of a client seeking treatment while also increasing the likelihood of relapse. We currently provide telehealth services, so clients can access services from the comfort of their own homes. However, this option is not always feasible for clients who are experiencing homelessness and for clients who don’t have access to reliable internet or technology.

Around 24% of client appointments are classified as “no-shows.” This equates to 6,800 missed client appointments with the assumption that many of these no-shows are due to not having transportation. Around $76,000 annually goes toward RTA bus passes and other transportation options including Uber Health. These funds heavily come from Run for Recovery fundraising dollars.

Basic necessities

Recovery Resources provides clothing, toiletries and other necessities for clients who cannot afford them. We also provide uniforms for jobs and training to get clients into competitive employment. It’s money raised during the Run for Recovery that makes this possible.