2nd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly
- Date Sun 7th September 2025
- Time 9:11AM EDT
- Location Evesham, New Jersey
- Price $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the 2nd Annual 9/11 LeRoy Homer 5K - We Run So They Can Fly, taking place on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Evesham Township, Burlington, NJ. This exciting event offers a flat and fast 5K race starting at the Memorial Sports Complex, along with a 1-mile walk for participants of all ages. The race kicks off at 9:11 AM to honor the memory of September 11, 2001, and features chip timing, HD finish line video, and instant results for a seamless experience.
Participants can look forward to a range of prizes, including a chance to win a discovery flight sponsored by Beyond Aviation Flight School, as well as gift cards to Cuba Libre Rum Bar & Restaurant in Philadelphia and Amazon. Registered runners who sign up by August 11, 2025, will receive a guaranteed race T-shirt, while virtual participants can join in anytime until September 14. Proceeds from this meaningful event will support the LeRoy Homer Foundation's aviation scholarship program, helping to nurture the next generation of pilots. Don't miss out on a fantastic day of running, walking, and community spirit while supporting a great cause!
Participants can look forward to a range of prizes, including a chance to win a discovery flight sponsored by Beyond Aviation Flight School, as well as gift cards to Cuba Libre Rum Bar & Restaurant in Philadelphia and Amazon. Registered runners who sign up by August 11, 2025, will receive a guaranteed race T-shirt, while virtual participants can join in anytime until September 14. Proceeds from this meaningful event will support the LeRoy Homer Foundation's aviation scholarship program, helping to nurture the next generation of pilots. Don't miss out on a fantastic day of running, walking, and community spirit while supporting a great cause!
Organiser's Description
2ND ANNUAL 9/11 LEROY HOMER 5K - WE RUN SO THEY CAN FLY!
We are back! Join us for a 5K or 1 mile walk. Flat and fast 5K starting in Memorial Sports Complex in Evesham, NJ. Chip timing, HD finish line video, text messaging and instant results on RunSignUp. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in each age group. Race day packets will be distributed on race day beginning at 7:30 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/01.
_IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A DISCOVERY FLIGHT SPONSORED BY THE BEYOND AVIATION FLIGHT SCHOOL IN LUMBERTON, NJ. YOU WILL ALSO HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A $100 GIFT CARD TO THE AMAZING CUBA LIBRE RUM BAR & RESTAURANT IN PHILADELPHIA AND $50 & $25 AMAZON GIFT CARDS. _
T-shirt requested size is only guaranteed with registration through 8/11/25. All registrations after that, sizes will be subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate everyone!
Virtual Runners - You can run anytime from now till Sept 14, 11:59PM. To submit your time, click on "Results" in the menu, look up your name and enter your time. Our goal is to send your t-shirt as soon as possible but you do not have to wait for your race day packet to arrive, in order to run. We would love to see photos of you on your race day! Tag us on social media - Instagram & X: @leroyhomerfdn, Facebook - LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation and tell us where you are located! You can also email any photos you want us to share at [email protected].
LeRoy Homer, resident of Marlton, was the First Officer on United Flight 93 which tragically crashed in Shanksville, PA on Sept 11, 2001. The crew and passengers fought off terrorists and thwarted an attack against the US Capitol. The LeRoy Homer Foundation [https://leroywhomerjr.org] awards flight scholarships to young adults who wish to pursue careers in aviation. The proceeds from this 5K will benefit our aviation scholarship program to help create the next generation of pilots. Come out for a great run or walk while supporting a wonderful cause.
We are back! Join us for a 5K or 1 mile walk. Flat and fast 5K starting in Memorial Sports Complex in Evesham, NJ. Chip timing, HD finish line video, text messaging and instant results on RunSignUp. Gold, Silver and Bronze medals in each age group. Race day packets will be distributed on race day beginning at 7:30 AM. Race will begin at 9:11 AM in honor of 9/11/01.
_IN PERSON PARTICIPANTS WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A DISCOVERY FLIGHT SPONSORED BY THE BEYOND AVIATION FLIGHT SCHOOL IN LUMBERTON, NJ. YOU WILL ALSO HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A $100 GIFT CARD TO THE AMAZING CUBA LIBRE RUM BAR & RESTAURANT IN PHILADELPHIA AND $50 & $25 AMAZON GIFT CARDS. _
T-shirt requested size is only guaranteed with registration through 8/11/25. All registrations after that, sizes will be subject to availability. We will do our best to accommodate everyone!
Virtual Runners - You can run anytime from now till Sept 14, 11:59PM. To submit your time, click on "Results" in the menu, look up your name and enter your time. Our goal is to send your t-shirt as soon as possible but you do not have to wait for your race day packet to arrive, in order to run. We would love to see photos of you on your race day! Tag us on social media - Instagram & X: @leroyhomerfdn, Facebook - LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation and tell us where you are located! You can also email any photos you want us to share at [email protected].
LeRoy Homer, resident of Marlton, was the First Officer on United Flight 93 which tragically crashed in Shanksville, PA on Sept 11, 2001. The crew and passengers fought off terrorists and thwarted an attack against the US Capitol. The LeRoy Homer Foundation [https://leroywhomerjr.org] awards flight scholarships to young adults who wish to pursue careers in aviation. The proceeds from this 5K will benefit our aviation scholarship program to help create the next generation of pilots. Come out for a great run or walk while supporting a wonderful cause.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (9:11AM EDT)
$43.40
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1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 7th September 2025 (9:11AM EDT)
$43.40
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Virtual 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
If you are unable to attend in person and you would like to support our 5K virtually, you can register for our virtual 5K run.
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