Now in its sixth year, the event draws on support from professionals in the security industry, working with World Vision as the implementation partner. For this year’s event, which will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. on April 16th, Mission 500 is striving to break records by attracting more than 1,000 participants.

“The Mission 500 Security 5K/2K run/walk continues to be a remarkable event that has united the security industry in helping provide aid for children in need,” said George Fletcher, Advisory Council Member/Volunteer, Mission 500. “We are truly grateful for the continued enthusiasm and support from corporations and individuals in this incredibly generous industry. Building on the success of the 2014 Security 5K/2K, we are aiming for record-breaking participation this year.”

New this year is the 500 Club, which will be made up of Security 5K/2K participants who succeed in raising $500 or more for children in crisis in the U.S. Each participant who achieves this level of support will receive a gift of appreciation they can wear with pride during the Security 5K/2K and/or at ISC West and other industry events.

In addition to participating in and raising money for the Security 5K/2K, security industry professionals can support Mission 500 in a variety of ways, including volunteering to help with the Security 5K/2K and other events at ISC West or making financial donations. All donations are tax-deductible and can be made with major credit cards and American Express loyalty points.

The Security 5K Reception and Awards Ceremony will take place in the afternoon on April 16th. In addition to recognising top fundraisers, the awards ceremony will highlight Mission 500's achievements and set the stage for even bigger things to come. Organising sponsors and the Mission 500 organisation will also present awards to runners in different age categories and to the top male and female runners.