Event Information
About this Event
Run through Temecula’s Wine Country and enjoy the tranquil beauty of rolling vineyards and sun-drenched hills. As you run along the winding paths, the early morning light casts a golden hue over the landscape, highlighting the neat rows of grapevines and the rustic charm of the wineries scattered throughout the valley. Finish with a Vitagliano sangria made from some of the finest Super Tuscan-style wines produced in California. Shop our local vendors carrying locally grown produce and handcrafted items, all under a beautiful covered patio. Food Available for purchase.
All proceeds benefit the Heather Janikowski Foundation and the Make A Wish Foundation
Entry Includes:
Race Registration
Race T Shirt
Finisher Medal
Finisher Sangria from Vitagliano Winery
Goodie Bag
Access to Vendor Fair
Chance at Top Finisher Prizes awarded by age group
Please consider setting up a fundraising page so your friends and family can support your race while providing funds to a local family battling cancer.
Bib Pick Up will be at Vitagliano Family Winery
Friday January 31, 2025
Saturday, February 1, 2025
Morning of Bib pick is also available but please come early at 6:30am
Prices Increase December 22, 2024
Online Registration will close 01/31/2024
*YOU MAY REGISTER AT 6AM ON RACE DAY* but your shirt size will not be guaranteed
About the Heather Janikowski Foundation
Heather Janikowski defeated all odds over 9 years ago when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and went into remission. In 2018 she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer to her brain. With prayer and faith, she was the first known person to go into remission overcoming the doctors prognosis that she would have 2 months to live. Heather continued her life cured and as a living miracle, she continued giving back to all those in need. She took care of many other cancer patients and held their hand when they lost their battle. Heather loved children of all ages and she mentored them through their challenges and gave them confidence to persevere. Not only was Heather active as a caregiver but she excelled in physical activity. As a kinesiology major, physical therapy assistant and physical education teacher she worked hard to take care of herself and be a good example to those around her. She woke every morning at 3am to get in her morning run. She regularly took yoga classes hiked and rode her horses daily. Last February, the cancer returned. Heather never lost faith and although she never stopped fighting to continue to physically be present with her husband and 3 children, she gave her future to God. "I know the plans I have for you" declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and find Me when you seek me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:11-13
Heather, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend lost her battle with breast cancer on January 19th, 2022. Heather passed away peacefully at her home in Fallbrook, California with her husband Dan, children Dean, Megan, Jack and sweet chocolate lab, Chip by her side.
In memory of Heather, the Janikowski family has founded the Heather Janikowski Foundation.
“Heather Janikowski Foundation is committed to programs related to a healthy lifestyle for children, their families, and educators that embody and promote collaborations that help all children realize their full potential.”
Heather loved to support the local farmers markets and small shops as well as advocating for children and animals through a variety of non profit organizations and events. She was a natural born leader and with her participation and ability to rally, goals always superseded expectations. As a teacher, she believed in the importance of education and loving the whole child. “Every child deserves a chance, we just need to love them and accept them for who they are.”
About Do It For Her
“Do it for her”, is a saying I came up with after my mother passed away. It is a saying that gets me through the toughest games, situations and so much more. Everyone has someone in their lives that they work harder for, or contribute all their accomplishments towards. My mother was that person to me. This upcoming 5k’s theme is “Do it for her”. Run for the woman in your life that makes you work just a little bit hard or pushes you to be your best even when the best doesn’t seem capable. - Megan Janikowski
Awards
Awards will be as follows:
Overall
1st
2nd
3rd
Male
1st Ages 3-10
2nd Ages 3-10
1st Ages 11-19
2nd Ages 11-19
1st Ages 20-29
2nd Ages 20-29
1st Ages 30-39
2nd Ages 30-39
1st Ages 40-49
2nd Ages 40-49
1st Ages 50-59
2nd Ages 50-59
1st Ages 60+
2nd Ages 60+
Female
1st Ages 3-10
2nd Ages 3-10
1st Ages 11-19
2nd Ages 11-19
1st Ages 20-29
2nd Ages 20-29
1st Ages 30-39
2nd Ages 30-39
1st Ages 40-49
2nd Ages 40-49
1st Ages 50-59
2nd Ages 50-59
1st Ages 60+
2nd Ages 60+
Teams
1st place of average top 3 finishers
We will also be giving awards to the top Fundraisers.
1st overall
2nd overall
3rd overall
About our Recipient
Make A Wish Foundation
The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in the United States that helps fulfill the wishes of seriously ill children. Make-A-Wish was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Phoenix. The organization operates through its 59 chapters located throughout the United States. Make-A-Wish also operates in about 50 other countries through 39 international affiliates.
The Heather Janikowski Foundation has chosen this organization to be the recipient of the 2024 Do It For Her 5k.
