MentorKids MK5k | Run, Walk, or Jog to Build Leaders Who Build Leaders

Scottsdale, AZ — MentorKids USA will host the MK5K (10K, 5K, and Fun Run) on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Eldorado Park – East Ramada (2311 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257). Proceeds support free after-school programs in South Scottsdale, helping provide mentoring, academic support, and leadership development for local students.  

Event check-in opens at 7:30 a.m. Race start times are 10K at 8:15 a.m., 5K at 8:30 a.m., and Fun Run at 8:45 a.m. Registration for the 10K and 5K includes an event t-shirt, medal, and after-party. Fun Run registration includes the after-party, and children under 18 may participate with a “buddy” (any age) signed up at check-in to run with them at no additional cost.  

Participants will also have the opportunity to fundraise through a shareable page—inviting friends and family to donate in support of their run and the students served by MentorKids USA.  

Sponsorship opportunities are available for local businesses!

Current registration pricing:  

10K: $60  

5K: $45  

Fun Run: $25  

Pricing increases to $65 / $50 / $30 from Feb. 1–21, and $70 / $55 / $35 from Feb. 22 through race day. Day-of registration is available.  

Registration and event information: https://donate.mentorkidsusa.org/event/mk5k-2026/e755413   
Volunteer information: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1934908040110/false#/invitation   

Event Details  

Event: MK5K (10K / 5K / Fun Run)  

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026  

Location: Eldorado Park – East Ramada, 2311 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257  

Check-in: 7:30 a.m.  

Start times: 10K 8:15 a.m. | 5K 8:30 a.m. | Fun Run 8:45 a.m.  

About MentorKids USA  

At MentorKids USA Our mission is to equip and empower youth to be transformative leaders in their lives, their families, and their communities.  

We believe the key to creating transformative impact in a community lies in long-term investment in the children and families who live there.  
Learn more: https://www.mentorkidsusa.org/   

Contact:  
Mitchell Oller  
Paiute Neighborhood Manager  
MentorKids USA  
(480)-586-6901  
moller@mentorkidsusa.org