All Aboard the Grady Train -- Rich Grady Run
- Date Sun 22nd December 2024
- Location Battle Creek, Michigan
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting "All Aboard the Grady Train – Rich Grady Run" on Sunday, December 22, 2024, in beautiful Battle Creek, Calhoun. This heartfelt event celebrates the inspiring journey of Rich Grady, a dedicated runner who maintained an incredible streak of running at least one mile a day for nearly 16 years. After facing a brave battle against brain cancer, Rich's legacy continues as we gather to support him and his family.
Participants can enjoy a non-formal run/walk starting at Riverside Park, with options to stay in the park or venture out on one of Rich's favorite community routes. Whether you choose to walk or run, everyone is encouraged to join in for this special occasion. A minimum donation of $20 is requested to support Rich's family, and every bit of generosity is greatly appreciated. Don’t forget to grab a commemorative "All Aboard the Grady Train" t-shirt to remember this inspiring day. Come together with the community to show your support and celebrate the spirit of resilience!
Participants can enjoy a non-formal run/walk starting at Riverside Park, with options to stay in the park or venture out on one of Rich's favorite community routes. Whether you choose to walk or run, everyone is encouraged to join in for this special occasion. A minimum donation of $20 is requested to support Rich's family, and every bit of generosity is greatly appreciated. Don’t forget to grab a commemorative "All Aboard the Grady Train" t-shirt to remember this inspiring day. Come together with the community to show your support and celebrate the spirit of resilience!
Organiser's Description
Rich Grady as the toe shoe, short wearing 365 Ironman of Battle Creek running. His streak of running at least one mile went nearly 16 years. Rich's streak came to an end at 5, 813 days after receiving a brain cancer diagnosis.
To support Rich and his family we are putting together this non-form run/walk.
We will be meeting at Riverside Park by the shed with some groups staying there, other groups going around Riverside and others doing one of Rich's favorite routes out into the community. All are welcome and encouraged to support the family.
We are asking for a minimum donation of $20 but we would appreciate whatever generosity you are able to do for the family.
There will be an option to purchase a "All Aboard the Grady Train" t-shirt for an additional cost.
Please consider supporting Rich Grady and his family in this time of need.
To support Rich and his family we are putting together this non-form run/walk.
We will be meeting at Riverside Park by the shed with some groups staying there, other groups going around Riverside and others doing one of Rich's favorite routes out into the community. All are welcome and encouraged to support the family.
We are asking for a minimum donation of $20 but we would appreciate whatever generosity you are able to do for the family.
There will be an option to purchase a "All Aboard the Grady Train" t-shirt for an additional cost.
Please consider supporting Rich Grady and his family in this time of need.
Races
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All Aboard the Grady Train -- Rich Grady Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd December 2024 (3:00PM EST)
$22.20
There is no formal distance. We will have options from don't run/walk to go around Riverside Park to go out in the community with various groups.
All Aboard the Grady Train -- Rich Grady Run