16th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Location Jefferson, Georgia
- Price $18.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 16th Annual FBC Jefferson Turkey Can Run, happening on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in the charming historic downtown of Jefferson, Jackson. This exciting Thanksgiving Day 5K race not only promises a fun-filled morning of fitness but also supports a great cause—the FBC Jefferson Food Bank, which assists countless families in Jackson County each year. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM with packet pickup starting at 7:00 AM in the Education Building.
Entry fees are just $15 along with 15 canned good items, making it a perfect way to give back this holiday season! Runners can look forward to a USA Track and Field certified course, ensuring a fair and competitive environment, especially for those hoping to qualify for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Plus, participants who register by November 22 are guaranteed a stylish long sleeve T-shirt! With awards for top finishers across various age groups and categories, there’s plenty of motivation to hit the pavement. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
Entry fees are just $15 along with 15 canned good items, making it a perfect way to give back this holiday season! Runners can look forward to a USA Track and Field certified course, ensuring a fair and competitive environment, especially for those hoping to qualify for the AJC Peachtree Road Race. Plus, participants who register by November 22 are guaranteed a stylish long sleeve T-shirt! With awards for top finishers across various age groups and categories, there’s plenty of motivation to hit the pavement. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run for a cause and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL THANKSGIVING DAY 5K RACE THROUGH HISTORIC DOWNTOWN JEFFERSON BENEFITING THE FBC JEFFERSON FOOD BANK!
THE FOOD BANK SERVES HUNDREDS OF JACKSON COUNTY FAMILIES IN NEED EVERY YEAR.
QUALIFYING RACE FOR THE AJC PEACHTREE ROAD RACE.
COURSE IS USA TRACK AND FIELD CERTIFIED COURSE. CERTIFICATION #GA24018WC
TIME:
Race starts at 8:00AM. Packet pickup starts at 7:00AM in the Education Building.
ENTRY FEE:
$15.00 plus 15 canned good items! All proceeds go directly to benefit the Food Bank.
Late Registration after midnight November 22 and race day registration: $15.00 and 15 canned good items.
Your paid entry by November 22 guarantees a long sleeve T-shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed to late or race day registrants. There will be receptacles at the high school parking lot for the canned food donations brought by runners the day of the race.
Suggested canned items: canned tuna, canned chicken, green beans, corn, peas, jelly, peanut butter, and any non-perishable food items!
AWARDS:
-Top Male & Female, Masters, Grand Masters, and Seniors
-Top 3 Male/Female in each age group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.
SPONSORSHIPS:
We would love to have your family or your business become a sponsor for this very important cause! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please use the Donation option in the online registration process, or contact us via email at [email protected].
* Presenting Sponsor $300+ primary logo on all advertising and shirts
* Platinum Level ($200.00 or higher) sponsors can have their name and large logo advertised on T-shirt.
* Gold Level ($100.00 - $199.00) sponsors can have their name and business logo printed on the back of the T-shirt.
* Silver level ($50.00- $99.00) sponsors have their business or family name listed on the race T-shirt.
Every penny goes to benefit the Food Bank!
THE FOOD BANK SERVES HUNDREDS OF JACKSON COUNTY FAMILIES IN NEED EVERY YEAR.
QUALIFYING RACE FOR THE AJC PEACHTREE ROAD RACE.
COURSE IS USA TRACK AND FIELD CERTIFIED COURSE. CERTIFICATION #GA24018WC
TIME:
Race starts at 8:00AM. Packet pickup starts at 7:00AM in the Education Building.
ENTRY FEE:
$15.00 plus 15 canned good items! All proceeds go directly to benefit the Food Bank.
Late Registration after midnight November 22 and race day registration: $15.00 and 15 canned good items.
Your paid entry by November 22 guarantees a long sleeve T-shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed to late or race day registrants. There will be receptacles at the high school parking lot for the canned food donations brought by runners the day of the race.
Suggested canned items: canned tuna, canned chicken, green beans, corn, peas, jelly, peanut butter, and any non-perishable food items!
AWARDS:
-Top Male & Female, Masters, Grand Masters, and Seniors
-Top 3 Male/Female in each age group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and up.
SPONSORSHIPS:
We would love to have your family or your business become a sponsor for this very important cause! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please use the Donation option in the online registration process, or contact us via email at [email protected].
* Presenting Sponsor $300+ primary logo on all advertising and shirts
* Platinum Level ($200.00 or higher) sponsors can have their name and large logo advertised on T-shirt.
* Gold Level ($100.00 - $199.00) sponsors can have their name and business logo printed on the back of the T-shirt.
* Silver level ($50.00- $99.00) sponsors have their business or family name listed on the race T-shirt.
Every penny goes to benefit the Food Bank!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt Long Sleeve
Thu 28th November 2024 (8:00AM EST)
$18.00
AJC Peachtree Official Qualifying Event USA Track and Field Certified Course #GA17065WC
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