The Whealthy Meet Up 5K: A Faith-Centered Wellness Event

To those who celebrate, Easter represents a time of rebirth and new life. Welcoming change means finding ways to take control of your life, and that starts with practicing mind and body wellness.

Mariah DuBose is the founder and CEO of Whealthy, and owns a Philadelphia wellness studio called Real Raw Sweet. She is a faithful advocate of wellness, and welcomes the public to join her in the Whealthy Meet Up 5K. Whether you are a seasoned runner, or someone who’d prefer to saunter and socialize, all are invited to join this welcoming space to cultivate community and dive into your faith with like-minded followers of Christ.

Here are the event details:

What: The Whealthy Meet Up 5K Run/Walk
When: Saturday, April 18, 2026 @ 8:00 AM EST
Where: 1 Boathouse Row & Schuylkill River Trail, Philadelphia
Who: Open to all fitness levels — runners and walkers welcome

Promotional graphic for 'The Whealthy Meet Up 5K' walk/run event, scheduled for April 18 at Philadelphia Boathouse Row, with proceeds benefiting individuals experiencing homelessness.

The Whealthy Meet Up 5K is a collaborative event co-founded by Mariah DuBose, Briana Robertson, and Londa A. Jenkins — bringing together Whealthy, founded by Mariah, and The Meet Up PHL, founded by Londa and Briana.

Robertson and Jenkins want interested participants to know that this 5K “brings faith into movement and everyday life.” Proceeds from the event will benefit In Deed & In Truth, a Pennsylvania-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness.

DuBose knows what it feels like to grapple with the struggle of wanting more in life. She knew early on in her professional career that she wanted to prioritize a life of service to those in need.

But when? When should we give into the inevitable changes that require action? It wasn’t until her mentor at the time told her to simply, “Start where you are,” that DuBose knew it was time to focus on what she needed.

“A lot of times we know better, but we don’t do better. So why is that?” Says DuBose. “Health is our wealth.”

Start where you are! All are welcome to this event that promotes health and wellness to the city of Philadelphia. There is a distinct connection between physical and mental health that needs to be nurtured and disciplined. Faith is another proponent of wellness, and it was through God’s guidance that DuBose was empowered to take the paths that led her to where she is today.

Walk or run along scenic routes for a “faith-centered, purpose-driven experience.” The race will end with a celebration of praise, encouraging a safe space to gather and worship as a community!

“The Whealthy Meet Up 5k gives people an opportunity to come together, reset…and to also realize that you’re not doing this alone.”