Making a Local Impact, Together

The Sewickley Classic 5K & Community Festival proudly benefits Laughlin Children’s Center — a trusted local organization dedicated to empowering children with skills they need to be successful in life.

By bringing runners, families, businesses, and neighbors together, this event directly supports children and families in our own community — turning a morning of fitness and celebration into lasting impact.

About Laughlin Children’s Center

Laughlin Children's Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children of all abilities by providing specialized education, innovative therapy, and comprehensive support services tailored to each child's unique strengths and needs.

Serving children from early childhood through school age, Laughlin offers individualized programs designed to help each child build critical skills — by addressing each child's communication, development, behavorial and learning needs — in a nurturing and highly structured environment.

For decades, Laughlin has been a vital resource for families in Western Pennsylvania, delivering compassionate, expert care that transforms lives at the most important stage of development.

Why This Mission Matters

For children with complex developmental needs, early and specialized support can shape the course of an entire lifetime.

The services provided by Laughlin Children’s Center help children:

• Build communication and learning skills

• Develop independence and confidence

• Prepare for successful transitions into school and community life

Just as importantly, Laughlin supports families — providing guidance, stability, and hope during what can be an overwhelming journey.

This work doesn’t just change individual lives. It strengthens families and, in turn, strengthens our entire community.

How Your Support Makes a Difference

Every registration, sponsorship, and donation connected to the Sewickley Classic 5K directly supports Laughlin Children’s Center’s ability to serve children and families in our region.

Event proceeds help fund:

• Specialized educational programming

• Therapeutic services tailored to individual children

• Resources that expand access to care for local families

Your participation ensures that more children receive the support they need at the moment it matters most — early in life, when intervention can have the greatest long-term impact.

In short: your miles on race day become milestones for children and families in our community.

A Partnership Rooted in Community

The partnership between the Sewickley Classic 5K and Laughlin Children’s Center reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Sewickley and the surrounding region.

This event connects healthy living with meaningful local impact — transforming community energy into real-world outcomes for children who need it most.

Together, we are building more than a race.
We are building a stronger, more compassionate community.