The HBCU Run

Great events don’t happen without great volunteers—and we need YOU on the team! 🙌🏾

Help Hillman Recreation Foundation bring the HBCU Run & Brunch to life while supporting an unforgettable day of movement, community and HBCU pride.

📅 Saturday, September 19th
📍 Rainbow Beach Park

Choose from several volunteer positions, including registration, course support, water stations, the Kids Zone, brunch hospitality and more.

Need service hours? Documentation is available for completed volunteer shifts.

Join the crew at TheHBCURun.com or use the link in our bio!

Alderman Greg Mitchell is inviting you to join him in the 7th Ward for the HBCU Run & Brunch!

A proud alumnus of Grambling State University and member of Omega Psi Phi® Fraternity, Alderman Mitchell knows firsthand the pride and community that make the HBCU experience so special.

Run or walk the 5K or 10K, then stay for the brunch and celebration. Whether you attended an HBCU or not, you are welcome!

When you register, be sure to donate to the Hillman Rec Foundation x Baseball Organization for Minorities Scholarship Fund and help us reach our $10,000 scholarship goal!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Rainbow Beach, Chicago
🔗 Register at TheHBCURun.com

CHICAGO, WE ARE LESS THAN ONE MONTH OUT! 🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️🔥

The HBCU Run & Brunch is taking over Rainbow Beach Park on Saturday, September 19th—and whether you attended an HBCU or simply love the culture, community and energy, this event is for YOU.

Come run or walk the 5K or 10K, rep your school, enjoy the brunch, kick it in the Alumni Tent Village, explore the wellness and activity zones, connect with community partners—and experience an HBCU yard right here on the South Side of Chicago.

And let’s not forget the swag! 👀 Registered 5K and 10K participants receive our exclusive tracksuit jacket and this year’s collectible race medal.

We’re getting closer, registrations are moving, and you do not want to be watching everybody else’s recap wishing you had pulled up. Register TODAY before it sells out!

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
📍 Rainbow Beach
⏰ 9:00 a.m.
🎶 YOUNG SKOCHELLA & FAMU's own Vince Adams 🧡💚
🎟️ TheHBCURun.com

Come rep THE school you love. We’ll see you at the starting line—and meet you in The Yard! 🖤

GOOD ENERGY IS COMING TO THE HILLMAN YARD!⚡️

Every HBCU Run & Brunch registration includes a complimentary WellWithAll Energy drink—available exclusively inside the Hillman Yard.

Why we love WellWithAll:

⚡️ Black-owned and purpose-led
⚡️ 80 mg of natural caffeine from black and green tea
⚡️ Made with real fruit and vegetable juices
⚡️ Vitamins B and C
⚡️ Zero added sugar
⚡️ No artificial colors or flavors

And this brand truly supports HBCUs. Through its HBCU Pour Back Series, WellWithAll launched a multiyear commitment to HBCU health equity—beginning with a $100,000 investment in mental-health services at Tougaloo College.

Good energy. Better ingredients. Real investment in our community.

Register for the 5K or 10K and meet us in the Hillman Yard!

📅 September 19, 2026
📍 Rainbow Beach Park
🏃🏾‍♀️ TheHBCURun.com

NPHC, it’s time to rep your letters. 🏃🏾‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️🔥

Your HBCU Run & Brunch discount codes are LIVE.
Rep your organization at registration and save a little something while you’re at it. 👀

🖤💛 Alpha Phi Alpha — APA26 | $10.06 off
💗💚 Alpha Kappa Alpha — AKA26 | $10.08 off
❤️🤍 Kappa Alpha Psi — KAP26 | $10.11 off
💜💛 Omega Psi Phi — QPP26 | $10.11 off
❤️🤍 Delta Sigma Theta — DST26 | $10.13 off
💙🤍 Phi Beta Sigma — PBS26 | $10.14 off
💙🤍 Zeta Phi Beta — ZPB26 | $10.20 off
💙💛 Sigma Gamma Rho — SGR26 | $10.22 off
🤎💛 Iota Phi Theta — IPT26 | $10.63 off

📍 Rainbow Beach | Chicago
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
🏃🏾‍♀️ 10K + 5K Run/Walk
🥂 And yes, a REAL brunch. Because a banana and an Eggo waffle will not be disrespecting us over here. 😂

Use your organization’s code when you register at TheHBCURun.com.

Now the only question is: Which organization is showing up the deepest? 👀

SWAG REVEAL. 🔥

Who said race gear had to look like... race gear?

The official HBCU Run & Brunch tracksuit is here!

The commemorative jacket is included with every race registration. The matching joggers are available separately to complete the look.

Premium fit. Premium details.
Made to move. Made to stand out.

Whether you're running the 10K, walking the 5K, or just pulling up for brunch, you'll be doing it in style.

🗓 Saturday, September 19th
📍 Rainbow Beach | Chicago
🏃🏾 10K • 5K Run/Walk • Brunch

Register today at TheHBCURun.com

💧 Hydration just got an upgrade.

We're excited to welcome Electrolit as an official partner of the 2nd Annual HBCU Run & Brunch! 🙌🏾

Whether you're chasing a PR, walking your first 5K, volunteering, or simply soaking in the energy of the day, staying hydrated matters.

Electrolit is helping us make sure our participants are fueled to perform at their best. Look out for them on the course!

Thank you, Electrolit, for supporting a weekend centered on wellness, community, and HBCU/PBI pride. 🏃🏾‍♀️🧡💙❤️💚

Now it's your turn.

📍 Rainbow Beach, Chicago
📅 Saturday, September 19th
🏃🏾 5K • 10K • Brunch
🎓 Donate to support HBCU scholarships
🔗 Register today: TheHBCURun.com