22 For 22

Friday, May 17, 2024 Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Woodstock, Georgia
$5.00–$25.00 · 4 races

Event summary

Join the community for the uplifting "22 for 22" run/walk event on May 17th, 2024, from 6 PM to 10 PM at River Ridge High School Track in Woodstock, Cherokee. This special occasion celebrates the 22 beautiful years of Laken's life as participants run or walk 22 laps around the track—a tribute to Laken's love for activity and connection. Whether you're an experienced runner or a casual walker, this family-friendly event welcomes everyone to contribute to a great cause while enjoying music, food trucks, and a vibrant atmosphere.

All proceeds from "22 for 22" will benefit the Laken Hope Foundation, which focuses on vital issues such as women's safety, children's healthcare, and nursing scholarships. If you're unable to participate in person, you can still show your support by attending the event for a small fee and enjoying the various vendors, with a portion of their profits going to the foundation. Don't miss this chance to honor Laken's legacy and make a positive impact in the community. Register early to secure your spot and a commemorative T-shirt. Let's come together, lace up our shoes, and create meaningful change—one lap at a time!

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Races

  • 22 for 22 (Runner)

    If you want to split the distance with a group, all members must register, then participate together. There is no formal group creation by the event organizers. Once you create a group, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZbXWR4gEmTrsBnZV8. If the form does NOT work, please email [email protected]. Please include the registered participant names, and the group name.

    6:00 PM EDT

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • 22 for 22 (Walker)

    If you want to split the distance with a group, all members must register, then participate together. There is no formal group creation by the event organizers. Once you create a group, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ZbXWR4gEmTrsBnZV8. If the form does NOT work, please email [email protected]. Please include the registered participant names, and the group name.

    6:00 PM EDT

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • 22 for 22 (Virtual Runner/Walker)

    Virtual

    6:00 PM EDT

    $25.00

    Entries closed
  • 22 for 22 (Spectator)

    Kids ages 5 and under are free.

    6:00 PM EDT

    $5.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

JOIN THE RIVER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY BOOSTER CLUB AS WE RUN/WALK 22 LAPS AROUND THE RRHS TRACK TO CELEBRATE THE 22 BEAUTIFUL YEARS OF LAKEN'S LIFE. LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR THE 22 FOR 22 RUN/WALK EVENT. ALL PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO THE LAKEN HOPE FOUNDATION. WHETHER YOU'RE AN EXPERIENCED RUNNER OR A CASUAL WALKER LOOKING TO ENJOY A BEAUTIFUL DAY FOR A GREAT CAUSE, THERE'S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT THIS EVENT.

WHEN: MAY 17TH, 2024

TIME: 6PM-10PM

LOCATION: RIVER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL TRACK

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

RACE OPTIONS: Participants can choose between running or walking the 22 laps. They can complete the laps as an individual, or with a group and combine their laps. This flexibility allows people of all ages and fitness levels to participate in an activity Laken loved.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE: "22 for 22" is a family-friendly event, with music, food trucks and vendors ensuring that everyone can have a memorable and enjoyable experience.
FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITIES: If you cannot participate physically but still want to support the Laken Hope Foundation, you can choose to attend the event for a $5 fee, and participate in the vendors at the event. A portion of their profits will go to the Laken Hope Foundation as well.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT: This event is intended to bring together individuals and groups from the local community, fostering a sense of unity and solidarity as we run/walk to honor Laken's life.
POST CELEBRATION: After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their accomplishments with refreshments, music, and camaraderie. It's a chance to relax, mingle with fellow participants, and celebrate Laken's life. As a closing event, there will be a beautiful luminary ceremony to honor Laken and her family. If you would like to donate to the luminary fund, please include it as an add on with your registration.
BENEFICIARY AND CAUSE: Proceeds from the "22 for 22" event will go towards the Laken Hope Foundation. This foundation is held by Laken's family and will be donating the funds raised to organizations bringing awareness about women's safety, children's healthcare such as St. Jude, and creating a scholarship for nursing. Every step taken and every dollar raised will contribute to making a positive impact and creating meaningful change.

REGISTRATION DETAILS:

Early registration is encouraged to secure your spot and a t-shirt in this uplifting and impactful event. Participants can register online through the RunSignUp website. Registration fees include a wrist band for entry onto the track, and access to all event activities and amenities. If you cannot attend the event and still want to donate to the cause, you may register as a virtual participant.

PACKET PICK-UP will be hosted by our sponsor Fleet Feet Canton on May 15th and 16th. More information to follow. Thank you Fleet Feet Canton! www.fleetfeetcanton.com http://www.fleetfeetcanton.com

GROUPS: If you plan on completing the 22 laps between a group please complete this form AFTER ALL participants in the group have registered: https://forms.gle/ZbXWR4gEmTrsBnZV8 . Please note, there is no formal group creation by the event organizers.

*If the form does NOT work, please email [email protected]. Please include participant names, and the group name. The person who emails will be the sole point of contact.

Come be a part of something special and make a difference with every stride. Together, we can turn our collective energy and passion into tangible support for Laken's family, her foundation, and the community who loved her. Let's lace up, step out, and make a lasting impact at the "22 for 22" run/walk fundraising event!

#LIVELIKELAKEN -->22 LAPS FOR 22 YEARS OF LIFE

ONCE A KNIGHT, ALWAYS A KNIGHT.

Location

400 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock, 30188, GA, United States

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