The Ava VanderStelt Scholarship Colors for Hope 5K is a vibrant and heart felt community event
created in memory of Ava Rose VanderStelt, who tragically lost her life to suicide in 2022. This
meaningful event shines a light on mental health awareness while fostering connection,
compassion, and support. Participants gather for a powerful day of remembrance, hope, fun,
and fitness—united in a shared commitment to making a difference.
The Ava VanderStelt Scholarship Fund is dedicated to preventing youth suicide by promoting
mental health education and resilience. We honor Ava’s memory by empowering young
advocates and fostering community dialogue to create a world where every young person feels
supported. Transforming grief into action, we strive to build a future filled with hope and
healing for our youth.
100% of the proceeds from the Colors for Hope 5K provide scholarships for local high schools
and support Hope Squads, peer-led suicide prevention programs that focus on educating,
training, and teaching peer intervention to help combat suicide and mental health issues in our
schools.

5K Race Day Schedule
8:30 – Welcome, Sponsor & Vendor Recognition, and Prayer
8:45 – Color Toss
8:55 – Runner & Walker Line-up
9:00 – 5K Start
10:30 (Est) – Awards Ceremony

Please go to htps://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Montague/ColorsForHope5K for more
information, including race packet pickup and course map.

If you have any questions, please contact bridget.vanderstelt@gmail.com

If you or someone you know is struggling, call 988 or visit
htps://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/cha