16th John’s Baby Steps
5K Run, Memory Walk & Kids Fun Run

Helping prevent infant & young child loss – one baby step at a time

Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Angel Presentation: 8:00 AM
Shotgun Start: 8:15 AM
Location: Kinnick-Feller Riverside Park, Adel, IA

Can’t join us in person? Participate virtually from anywhere!

Registration Fees:

• Early Registration: $25.00 by September 10th (includes t-shirt)

• After September 25th: $30.00 (t-shirts available while supplies last)

• Students (through 12th grade): $15.00

• Ages 12 & under: Free (no registration required unless requesting a timed 5K race)

Packet Pick-Up:

• Friday, October 3rd: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM at Adel Public Library

• Race Day: 7:00 – 7:45 AM at Kinnick-Feller Park

We kindly ask all participants to be checked in and ready by 7:45 AM out of respect for the families during the Angel Presentation. Thank you for your understanding.

REGISTER HERE

RACE RESULTS HERE

Featuring:

• Timed 5K Route

• 1-Mile Memory Walk

• Gender & Age Group Awards: 19 & under, 20–40, 41+

• Food & Refreshments

• Kids Fun Run (ages 12 & under) – immediately following the 5K finish

• Angel Story Boards honoring and remembering our little ones

Angels that will be Honored at event:

John Gomke
Aaron Lowe
Abbigale Marciniak
Alyssa Kuonen
Avery Corbett
Baby Bean
Baby Ericson 1 & 2
Baby Stober
Bailey Bryant
Blake Frettim
Brantley Short
Mara Webb
Caleb Haberl
Kathryn Haberl
Brooklyn Kammrad
Carter Anderson
Charleston Morlan
Gavin Sievers
Charlotte England
Christy Chapman
Claire Lundberg
Danyel Rasmussen
Emily Kromminga
Kayla Kromminga
Isla Warnke
Leo Markus
Wyatt Wilson
Emily Whitson
Faith Walker
Fisher Anderson
Gracyn Rummel
Hannah Kerkove
Jack Lundberg
Jaiden Drake
James Schwartz
Isabell Schwartz
Jaxton Plathe
Josiah Baartman
Kennedy Forsythe
Kooper Lohoff
Kya Airhart-Clark
Logan Hiatt
MacKenzie Ely
Maddox Matthew
Mason Nemmer
Melena Lynn
Olivia Goodrich
Paige Tapken
Parker Miller
Paul Hildman
Payton Morris
Peyton Wright
Pierce Gnewuch
Raif Coffman
Reid Besch
Remington Jones
Samual Kazos
Samuel Mann
Thaddeus Zaharia
Travis Forkner
William Martens
Zachary Van Pelt
Zayden Christensen
Kimora Curfman
Hayden Schnebbe
Tate Raymond
Miller Babies

Defibrillators Donated To-Date:

Adel-De Soto-Minburn (10)
Nodaway Valley (3)
Guthrie Center-ACGC (5)
Panorama (3)
Van Meter (1)
Winterset (5)
Dallas Center Grimes (5)
Woodward-Granger (5)
West Central Valley (2)
North High School (1)
Roosevelt High School (1)
Lincoln High School (1)
East High School (1)
Hoover High School (1)

Kids Activities Presented by:

Adel Kiwanis
The Adel Kiwanis Club is a community service organization dedicated to supporting children and enhancing the quality of life in the Adel area. Through volunteer efforts and fundraising, we contribute to a variety of causes that benefit local youth and promote the overall betterment of our community.
We meet every Tuesday morning from 7:00–8:00 AM in the back room of Patrick’s Restaurant in Adel.
?Mailing Address: P.O. Box 161, Adel, IA 50003

Angel Partner:

G. Rafrics
G. Rafics is an Iowa-based design firm creating out-of-this-world web solutions for clients across the Des Moines Metro and Central Iowa. From custom-designed websites and social media integration to promotional print design, we deliver creative solutions that elevate your brand.
There’s no single path to improving your image—so we offer strategies for all of them. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation and discover how you can Go Beyond the Ordinary. ? Adel, IA

Blake Vorrath with Karl’s Chevrolet of Stuart 
At Karl Chevrolet of Stuart, we’re more than just a place to find a great deal on a Chevrolet—and Blake Vorrath is more than just a salesman. We’re your trusted partner every step of the way. Drivers from across the region choose us for first-rate, personalized customer service worth sharing with friends. From guiding you through model research to keeping your vehicle running like new with expert Chevrolet service, our customers always come first. Contact Blake for all your vehicle needs: ?324 SW 8th St, Stuart, IA; (641) 740-2977; b.vorrath@karlchevrolet.com

At Affordable Carpentry & More, we’ve built our reputation on quality craftsmanship, integrity, and clear communication—from the first consultation to the final detail. With years of hands-on experience in woodworking, electrical installation, and home renovation, we have the skills to handle repairs, remodels, and upgrades of any size.

Whether it’s a major renovation or a simple home repair, we deliver professional results at a fair price—done right the first time. Our full consultations help you understand all available options so you can choose what’s best for your home or business. Our mission is simple: improve the longevity and beauty of your space so you can fall in love with it all over again. For all your project and carpentry needs! Contact Owner Michael Jones at 515-210-8994 for all your carpentry needs!
? Servicing Des Moines, IA Metro and Surrounding Areas and Stuart, IA and Surrounding areas

Leading Partners: 

Harvey’s Greenhouse offers a vibrant selection of houseplants, tropicals, annuals, vegetables, perennials, trees, shrubs, water plants, herbs, cacti, and succulents. Beyond our wide variety of greenery, we host engaging workshops and provide exceptional service to help make your home both beautiful and enjoyable. ? 611 Nile Kinnick Dr. S, Adel, Iowa

MercyOne Children’s Hospital Think of us like a hug for your children—we’re always here when you need us. From our Children’s Emergency Center to our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), we care for everything from sniffles and scrapes to advanced pediatric medicine. Mercy also offers central Iowa’s only pediatric cardiology and cardiovascular surgery program, providing specialized care close to home. When it comes to your kids, make Mercy part of your family. ? Des Moines, IA

Midwest Augers, Inc. located in Adel, IA, is a central Iowa-based horizontal auger boring contractor, providing expert services throughout the Midwest. ? 625 Nile Kinnick Drive South, Adel, Iowa 

Jogging Partners:

Luellen Chiropractic
608 Greene St. Ste C
Adel, IA 50003
515/993-1117

Adel Fareway
804 Nile Kinnick Dr S
Adel, IA 50003
(515) 993-3660

Anytime Fitness – Adel
216 S 6th St
Adel, IA 50003
(515)993-3333

In-Kind Sponsorships:

Adel Public Library

Culligan Adel

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