Who was SueB?

A vivacious, intelligent woman who is missed dearly every day. February 9, 1955 – April 4, 2008

Susan Elaine Brubaker Newby died in 2008 during a mysterious horseback riding incident. After her death, family, and friends realized that SueB – her nickname – was likely in an abusive marriage. SueB’s sister, Marj, and friends, Leslie and Teresa turned to the WCA as a way to honor SueB’s life and increase awareness about domestic violence. Their hope: “to help other successful, smart, beautiful women like SueB leave these relationships before it’s too late.”

Continuing to honor the memory of Susan “Sue B” Newby, The Sue B 5K race will be in its 15th year in 2024 kicking off on Sunday, October 6th at 12 pm at Julia Davis Park. Participants running the event will start at exactly 12pm. Each participant will receive a free t-shirt, deadline to receive a free shirt is September 15th.

In addition to the race, there will be a community resource fair starting at 10:30 that is open to the public. This is an opportunity to discover and learn about the fantastic resources that our community has to offer. Raising awareness and encouraging important discussions about domestic abuse has always been a passion of Sue’s family and friends. A scavenger hunt centered around the WCA's services and resources will also be available for children 12 and under. Participants will meet at the rose garden at 11am and will each receive a gold medal after completing the scavenger hunt.

Registration will open day-of the race at 10:30am. 

In addition to the scavenger hunt and resource fair there will be a bounce house for kids, food vendors, a photo-booth, therapy animals, and live performance from The Midnight Jazz Cats from 12:30-2:30pm. Registration is required for the race but the event is free for attendees. 

100% of race fees support our Endowment Fund to ensure the WCA can maintain our services and serve our clients for many years to come.  The object of this Endowment is to provide funds in perpetuity for the operation of all of the WCA’s programs to provide safety, healing, and freedom from domestic abuse and sexual assault.

In the heartfelt words of Sue’s sister Marj Sente: "Don’t wait until your sister, daughter or mother is a victim of domestic abuse or sexual assault, step forward now and make an investment in the WCA to raise awareness about domestic violence."  

This is a great opportunity to celebrate positive relationships with your family, friends, and coworkers. Will you join us?

Race Packet Pickup:

October 3rd 3pm - 6pm at Meridian Fleet Feet (3573 E Longwing Ln STE 105, Meridian, ID 83646)

October 4th 8am - 3pm at The WCA (720 W Washington St Boise, ID 83706)
October 4th 4pm - 7pm at Nampa Fleet Feet (1850 Caldwell Blvd Nampa, ID 83651)

October 5th 10am - 12pm at The WCA (720 W Washington St Boise, ID 83706)