The annual Northwest Hope and Healing 5k on Alki on Sunday Aug. 23 was won by Kelly Spady for the men with a time of 16:23 and by Kelly Lakemen for the women with a time of 19:25.

The top finishers for the men:
1. Kelly Spady - 16:23
2. Travis Gradijan - 16:47
3. Michael Drogalis - 17:02

The top finishers for the women:
1. Kelly Lakeman - 19:25
2. Margaret Lang - 21:18
3. Emily Ehlers - 21:20

The event saw more than 1000 people pay their $40 entry fee to run from the Alki Bathhouse to Anchor Park and back to support the work of the organization whose mission is to help women who are fighting breast cancer. The event raises money to help women get back on track financially, while dealing with the emotional and physical effects of the disease.

Proceeds support the Healing Programs of NW Hope & Healing Foundation and help women who are fighting breast and gynecologic cancer in the Puget Sound area. Donations to the organization are possible year round with $25 providing a Healing Basket, $50 can buy groceries, $100 can keep the lights on and the phone connected, $250 may ensure childcare during treatment and recovery, and $500 can help prevent an eviction.