WESTPORT — A “Kids Fun Run” to raise money for the Staples Tuition Grants program will take place May 18 at Loeffler Field at the high school, 70 North Ave.

The second annual event, scheduled from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Sunday, May 18, is open to pre-kindergarten to fifth-grade youngsters. It also will feature games, face painting and snacks.

To register, click here.

Proceeds will benefit Staples Tuition Grants, which since 1943 has provided need-based tuition assistance to thousands of Staples High School graduates attending college and vocational programs.

In May 2024, the program awarded $381,500 to 105 students attending 72 institutions of higher learning for the 2024-25 school year. The grants ranged from $1,000 to $7,500.

Will Briggs, a Staples junior organizing the event, said in a statement: “Staples Tuition Grants has helped thousands of Staples graduates to pursue their educational dreams.  We are excited for the next generation of students and families to support these life-changing scholarships and have fun while doing it.”

For more information, visit @STGFUNRUN on Instagram.