Aaron Redd Foundation Virtual Run for A-Aron

Thursday, July 6 – Friday, October 6, 2023 Past event

4:00 AM EDT

Stafford, Virginia

$80.50–$133.50 · 3 races

Ultra

Event summary

Join the Aaron Redd Foundation for the inspiring Virtual Run for A-Aron, taking place from July 6 to October 6, 2023, in Stafford. This uplifting event aims to raise awareness about Sickle Cell Trait (SCT), which affects millions of individuals across the globe. Participants can engage in a virtual walk or run, choosing from a variety of meaningful distances that commemorate Aaron’s legacy: 19 miles for his birthday, 99 miles representing his soccer number, and 193 miles to honor his time in the US Coast Guard.

By participating in this event, you’ll not only celebrate Aaron's vibrant spirit but also contribute to crucial education and awareness initiatives for youth, young adults, and athletes affected by SCT. This is a wonderful opportunity to promote health, fitness, and community support while making a difference in the lives of those impacted by this condition. Sign up today to be part of this heartfelt tribute and help keep Aaron's mission alive!

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Races

19 Mile Virtual Run/Walk
Virtual

Incl. $5.50 Fee

19, because Aaron's birthday is January 19th

Thursday, Jul 6, 2023

$80.50

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99 Mile Virtual Run/Walk
Virtual

Incl. $7.00 Fee

99, because that's Aaron's soccer jersey number

Thursday, Jul 6, 2023

$107.00

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193 Mile Virtual Run/Walk
Virtual

Incl. $8.50 Fee

193, because USCG Delta 193 is Aaron's company

Thursday, Jul 6, 2023

$133.50

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Organiser's description

Aaron Redds family and friends established the Aaron Redd Foundation https://www.aaronreddfoundation.org, a 501C3 charity, to honor Aaron and his mission to serve. We are hosting this Virtual Walk/Run to promote awareness of the Sickle Cell Trait (SCT) and to advance the Foundations focus on educating and bringing awareness to our youth, young adults and athletes.

SCT affects 1 to 3 million Americans and more than 100 million people worldwide. Individuals with SCT carry one defective gene and can typically live normal, active lives. Aaron was an athlete and was training with the US Coast Guard when his body shut down from this disease. With proper education and awareness, those with SCT can continue to live active lifestyles.

To read more about Aaron and his life and legacy visit our website, Aaron Redd Foundation https://www.aaronreddfoundation.org/who-we-are.

We chose the mile markers to celebrate Aaron as we walk/run and we are beginning on July 6 to honor his final day on this Earth.

19 miles Aarons Birthday 1/19/1995
99 miles Aarons Soccer number
193 miles SN Aaron N Redd, USCG Company D-193 to honor his shipmates the way they continue to honor him