Join the Fun, Support HEF!!
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Join the Fun, Support HEF!! *
HEF Running Team
The HEF Running Team brings our community together to run, walk, and train while raising awareness and funds for the Holland Educational Foundation (HEF).
Whether you’re training for the Holland Haven Marathon, Tulip Time Run, or just want to move with purpose, we invite runners and walkers of all levels to join us!
Joining is easy and meaningful! A $20 donation to HEF secures your spot on the HEF Running Team, gets you team swag, and invites you to participate in HEF‑supported races and group runs all year long.
Questions? Please contact Kate Bolt at kbolt@hollandpublicschools.org
2026 Leadership Team: Kate Bolt, Steve Griffore, Angie Martin, Nate Martin, Anne Pageau, Kat Schulte
2026 Races
Leprechaun Chase
Saturday, March 14
Events: 5k, kids’ wee chase
Tulip Time Run
Saturday, May 2
Events: 10k, 5k, kids’ dash
Holland Haven Marathon
Sunday, September 13
Events: Marathan, half marathon, 8k
HEF Homecoming Run
More details to come!
2026 Group Runs
Request access to the HEF Running Team calendar
Downtown Holland Run
Saturday, April 18 | 6pm
Start: GDK Park (5 West 8th Street, Holland 49423)
We’re kicking off the 2026 season with a scenic loop through downtown Holland, Window on the Waterfront, and Windmill Island. We’ll end at Big Lake Brewing to celebrate the season ahead with a drink and bite!
Summer Solstice Run
Saturday, June 20 | 8pm
Start: Tunnel Park (66 N Lakeshore Ave, Holland 49424)
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a sunset run! We’ll head from Tunnel Park to Mount Pisgah, tackle the stairs, enjoy the views, and run back. Stay after for the solstice sunset (around 9:25 PM).
Sanctuary Woods Run
Saturday, July 11 | 9am
Start: Sanctuary Woods (4750 66th St, Holland 49423)
A cool, calm run perfect for building confidence before the Holland Haven Marathon.
HPS Tour Run
Saturday, August 15 | 9am
Start: Holland High School soccer stadium/tennis court parking lot (636 Van Raalte Ave, Holland 49423)
One week before school starts, we’ll run past several Holland Public Schools buildings to send positive energy to students, teachers, and staff as they gear up for the 2026-27 school year.
Fundraising Goal
We’re here so every single child in our community has access to incredible educational opportunities. The HEF Running Team has the chance to raise awareness about HEF and how to get involved. Our goal for 2026 is to raise $20,000 for HEF through our running team.
Interest in corporate sponsorships can be directly to Kate Bolt, HEF Executive Director, at kbolt@hollandpublicschools.org.
