Brain Injury Awareness 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Walk
- Date Sun 23rd March 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Columbus, Ohio
- Price $33.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 9th Annual Brain Injury Awareness 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Walk on Sunday, March 23, 2025, in the vibrant city of Columbus, Franklin! This uplifting event is presented by Ohio State's Chronic Brain Injury Program and aims to raise awareness and support for brain injury survivors. Participants can choose between the exhilarating 5K run or the more leisurely 1 Mile Family Walk, making it a perfect outing for all ages.
The day kicks off with race check-in starting at 9:00 am, followed by a special introduction from the BRAIN President at 9:45 am. The 1 Mile Family Walk begins at 10:00 am, while the 5K Run and Walk starts at noon. Throughout the event, attendees will have the chance to hear inspiring guest speakers and participate in a raffle. Proceeds from this event go directly to supporting brain injury survivors through programs like NeuroNights, providing essential wellness support. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun day out with the community!
The day kicks off with race check-in starting at 9:00 am, followed by a special introduction from the BRAIN President at 9:45 am. The 1 Mile Family Walk begins at 10:00 am, while the 5K Run and Walk starts at noon. Throughout the event, attendees will have the chance to hear inspiring guest speakers and participate in a raffle. Proceeds from this event go directly to supporting brain injury survivors through programs like NeuroNights, providing essential wellness support. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun day out with the community!
Organiser's Description
Sign up to participate in the 9th Annual 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk for Brain Injury Awareness presented by Ohio State's Chronic Brain Injury Program. [https://discovery.osu.edu/cbi]
This event is hosted by the undergraduate student organization Buckeyes Raising Awareness in Neuroscience (BRAIN). All proceeds directly benefit brain injury survivors, including through our NeuroNights program [https://discovery.osu.edu/cbi-neuronights], a joint initiative between The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University Chronic Brain Injury program, and BRAIN to provide comprehensive communal and wellness support for brain injury survivors. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns!
Last year's race proceeds benefitted the following:
* We awarded a $1000 scholarship to Grace Weisel, recipient of the Mark Minister Award
* We contributed $3000 to fund our first Brain Injury Community Day [https://discovery.osu.edu/chronic-brain-injury-community-day]
Race schedule:
* 9:00-10:00 am: Race check-in
* 9:45 am: BRAIN President introduction
* 10:00 am: 1 Mile Family Walk start
* 11:00 am-12:00 pm: Mark Minister award, raffle, guest speakers
* 12:00 pm: 5K Run/Walk start
This event is hosted by the undergraduate student organization Buckeyes Raising Awareness in Neuroscience (BRAIN). All proceeds directly benefit brain injury survivors, including through our NeuroNights program [https://discovery.osu.edu/cbi-neuronights], a joint initiative between The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University Chronic Brain Injury program, and BRAIN to provide comprehensive communal and wellness support for brain injury survivors. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns!
Last year's race proceeds benefitted the following:
* We awarded a $1000 scholarship to Grace Weisel, recipient of the Mark Minister Award
* We contributed $3000 to fund our first Brain Injury Community Day [https://discovery.osu.edu/chronic-brain-injury-community-day]
Race schedule:
* 9:00-10:00 am: Race check-in
* 9:45 am: BRAIN President introduction
* 10:00 am: 1 Mile Family Walk start
* 11:00 am-12:00 pm: Mark Minister award, raffle, guest speakers
* 12:00 pm: 5K Run/Walk start
Brain Injury Awareness 5K Run and 1 Mile Family Walk