On Saturday, November 8, 2025, the Foundation will be hosting our 15th fall fundraiser and community event – the Panther Pajama Run.

This family-friendly community event consists of a 5K Race and a 1.2-mile Family Fun Walk. Proceeds from the Panther Run are used to fund priority projects that benefit WSSD schools and to support the fiscal partnerships with key organizations that are committed to the betterment of the entire school district. 

Click here to register for the race!

Join your fellow community members to run and walk in support of the Foundation for Wallingford-Swarthmore Schools on Saturday, November 8, 2025

8:00 a.m. – Registration opens at George L. King Stadium
9:00 a.m. – 5K Run & 1.2-mile Family Fun Walk begin
10:30 a.m. – Awards

Race course: 5K (3.1 mile) road course with stadium track finish

For sponsorship information, please view the letter & levels.

Awards: 5K Age Group, Best Pajamas Awards, Couch to 5K

Entry Fees

  • Individual Registration: Under 12 & Seniors Walk Pre-Registration ($10 online, $12 race day)
  • Individual Registration: Adult Mile Walk Pre-Registration ($12 online, $15 race day)
  • Individual Registration: Student/Senior 5K Pre-Registration ($15 online, $20 race day)
  • Individual Registration: Adult 5K Pre-Registration ($25 online, $30 race day)

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

The Dorfmeister-Wilford Family

The Reilly Family

The Ross Family

The Hall Family