The Series was incorporated as a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization in 1998. Our official, legal name was The Bucks County Spring Challenge Series. This was such a mouthful, that we shortened it to Bucks 5K Series for better branding. Beth Birch was the first President and Secretary and Karen Rife, the first Vice President and Treasurer. The Series would go on to support the races by absorbing the costs of timing, awards, post-race refreshments, public relations, marketing, and ideas to make the individual races more unique. In the early 2000’s the Series brought on an avid runner and much-needed leader, Dick Patterson. With Dick’s leadership, the Series welcomed new racing technology, more engaged sponsors, and welcomed many new races to the organization.

Looking ahead to 2024, the 28th Annual Bucks 5K Series is proud to be led by two familiar faces, Dr. Johnny King-Marino and Kris Boger to usher in the next generation of the Bucks County running community. The Board of Directors is all volunteers, with no paid staff. Since 2002, the Series has raised more than $2 million dollars for its race beneficiaries.