Cutchins’ Superhero Run Returns — Now with a Fall Family Festival!
The October 26th event features a 10K, a 5K, a kids’ fun run, local food, music, and special guest Jarrett J. Krosoczka, the graphic novelist behind the Lunch Lady series.

Northampton, MA — October 26, 2025 — Grab your cape and running shoes! Cutchins Programs for Children & Families invites the community to join the Superhero Run & Family
Fall Festival on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 78 Pomeroy Terrace, Northampton, MA. Registration opens at 7:30 AM, followed by a 10K at 8:30 AM, 5K at 9:00 AM, and the Family Fall Festival kicking off at 11:00 AM — featuring a special talk and mini-workshops by New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka (Lunch Lady, Jedi Academy, Hey, Kiddo). The celebration wraps up with a free Kids’ Fun Run at 11:15 AM.

All proceeds support Cutchins’ compassionate, trauma-informed mental health programs that help children and families heal and thrive across Western Massachusetts.

Event Highlights
10K (8:30 AM) & 5K (9:00 AM) Runs – Timed events for runners of all levels.
Free Kids’ Fun Run (11:15 AM) – Every child gets to be a hero!
Family Fall Festival (11:00 AM–1:00 PM) – Crafts, games, pumpkin painting, photo booth, community tables, and more.
Local Burger & Carefree Cakery – Delicious local favorites for purchase.
Prizes & Awards – Best Costume, Top Fundraiser, and Most Spirited Team.
Fundraising with PledgeReg – Participants can create or join teams at Cutchins.org/events to raise funds for mental health care.

Why It Matters:
Funds raised directly support Cutchins’ trauma-informed mental health and family support programs, which include outpatient therapy, early childhood services, and holistic care that addresses the emotional and behavioral needs of local children and families.

“At this challenging time, agencies like Cutchins Programs depend on the support of our community to provide life-changing mental health services to area youth and their families. I hope you can join us at our upcoming Superhero run/walk and Fall Family Fun Festival. Show up October 26th in your costumes, ready to have a blast while supporting our critical work!”

–Amanda Jenkin-Harrison, LMHC
VP of Community Services &
Program Director of The Children’s Clinic

Media Opportunities

Visuals: Costumed runners, families, and children enjoying fall, health and wellness, activities, and food vendors
Interview Opportunities: Cutchins’ leadership and staff on their critical work with children with trauma and mental health needs. Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author and illustrator of Hey, Kiddo and his own superhero, Lunch Lady, on inspiring creativity and resilience in kids after his personal childhood trauma.
Community Story Angles: “Families run to support children’s mental health in Western Mass.” & “Superheroes in sneakers: Northampton comes together for healing and hope.”

Sponsors & Partners
Cutchins is grateful to our major sponsors: Greenfield Savings Bank, Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP, TD Wealth, Bacon & Wilson, Keiter Builders, and Local Burger for powering this year’s event.
To learn more about sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or ways to give, visit https://cutchins.org/events/full-event/super-hero-run-2025-10k-run-5k-walk-run

We’d be honored to have you!

About Cutchins Programs for Children & Families
Cutchins Programs provides comprehensive, trauma-informed mental health services for children and families. Our services offer integrated and individualized support that treats the whole child, family, and their community. Our group homes, specialized educational placement, outpatient Clinic, and community-based programs provide a multitude of innovative and creative ways to work through social and emotional difficulties. In the midst of a crisis in youth mental health, our work is driven by groundbreaking science and innovative treatment models, and it is delivered with care by our dedicated teams. We help children and families heal, grow, and thrive through compassion, collaboration, and connection. Learn more at Cutchins.org.