Third Annual Race For Raymond to Feature Influencer Ian Brownhill

Third Annual Race For Raymond to Feature RI Influencer Ian Brownhill

by Eliza Spears, March 29, 2025

The third annual Race for Raymond is scheduled for May 4, 2025. Officer Raymond is the Hopkinton Police Department's very own compassion dog. Raymond is funded by donations from the community and plays an important role in boosting community morale. The 3-year-old goldendoodle is a licensed therapy dog who spends his days lifting the spirits of residents all over Washington County. His favorite activities include participating in Dog Yoga, visiting the library and students at school, attending ice cream socials, and hoarding a stash of items carefully selected from around his handler's home. Raymond is a spunky ray of sunshine delighting the Hopkinton community and beyond.

The annual Race for Raymond is the Hopkinton compassion dog program's biggest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds support Officer Raymond's training, food, medical expenses, and overall care. When off-duty, Officer Raymond makes his home with owner/handler Detective John Forbes, a Hopkinton native and 16-year veteran of the Hopkinton Police Department.

This year, Detective Forbes was lucky to forge a connection with one of RI's most famous social media influencers, Ian Brownhill, to help promote and support the Race for Raymond. Ian is best known for his comedic skits showcasing his love for millenial music, Dunkin' Donuts, and New England's beloved sports teams, most notably the New England Patriots. Ian is also the owner of a merchandise store that allows its wearers to loudly and proudly declare that "Life's Bettah In New England."

Officer Raymond and Ian Brownhill will be available for meet and greets at the Race for Raymond 5k Walk/Run being held on May 4, 2025, at Camp Yawgoog, 61 Camp Yawgoog Rd, Rockville, RI 02873. See the links below to register for the race and follow Officer Raymond and Ian on social media!