Michael Sena’s Run for Hope 5K Run/Walk

October 19, 2025
7:30am: Bib Pick up & Same Day Registration opens
8:00am: Opening Ceremony & Kick off Speakers
9:00am: Race Start! (Rain or Shine)

Deer Park High School
1 Falcon Place, Deer Park, NY 11729

We are a family deeply impacted by drug addiction. Our Son and Brother Michael, tragically lost his battle with drug addiction on November 8, 2016. Michael fought addiction for a number of years and in many ways, we also learned the struggle and anguish of addiction every step of the way.

As a family, we spent countless hours over the last seven years thinking about whether Michael would be okay and live a healthy and sober life. We know that our family is not alone in this fight against drug addiction. We hope that other families do not have to go through the tragic loss of their loved one. The vision for Michael Sena Memorial Fund was inspired by Michael Sena in hoping to raise awareness about drug addiction and bringing together resources for those seeking treatment and in recovery. Through this event, we want to inspire hope for addicts and their families that it is possible to remain sober and live a healthy life.

AMENITIES

Guest Speakers, Resource Table, Refreshments, Entertainment, Vendors, Giveaways & Raffles!
Food will be available before and after the race:
Water, Coffee, Donuts, Bagels (cream cheese and butter)

WHEN YOU ARRIVE

You’ll be greeted by our amazing volunteers, who will tell you where to go.
Head to the resource tables to find local substance use disorder resources that the Michael Sena Memorial Fund supports and visit with our wonderful sponsors.
Share your “I Run For…” story by creating a customized t-shirt.
Share your personal recovery milestones and take photos near the stage.
Take lots of photos and don’t forget to tag us using #michaelsenasrunforhope.

AWARDS

Top 3 Female and Male Overall
Top 1 Female and Male For Each Age Group:
10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

BENEFICIARY

All proceeds benefit the Michael Sena Memorial Fund, Inc. We are a 501(c)(3) public charity focused on raising awareness about drug addiction while sharing knowledge and resources for those who are battling addiction and their families.