On Mother’s Day weekend, local nonprofit Postpartum Support Charleston invites the community to stand up for mothers suffering from PPD and related illnesses. The 14th annual Moms’ Run + Family Fun Day is Saturday, May 13 at MUSC Health Stadium on Daniel Island.

The event raises money for Postpartum Support Charleston, a largely volunteer-run organization dedicated to eradicating the stigma surrounding maternal mental illness to ensure all women who suffer receive support. The organization offers free peer-to-peer support groups, educational programs for the public and the medical community as well providing grants to women who are not able to afford treatment for PPD or related illnesses. 

The annual Moms’ Run -- Postpartum Support Charleston’s largest fundraiser -- is a 5K run/walk open to all ages followed by free events and activities for families. Participants and their families can arrive at 7 a.m. for pre-race Family Fun Day festivities. At 8 a.m., runners and walkers can join the 5K run/walk through Daniel Island and ending back at MUSC Health Stadium.

A Family Fun Day and awards ceremony will follow the race. Participants can enjoy music, free food and plenty of children’s activities, including a jump castle, face painting, crafts and games. Family Fun Day is included in race registration.

Registration prices are $30 per adult; $35 for stroller and $20 for children. A Support the Cause option at $25 is available for non-runners who want a T-shirt and race bag. 

All runners are invited to create a race team and raise additional money for Postpartum Support Charleston. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available; visit www.ppdsupport.org/events/momsrun/ for details or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..