Cancer Sucks 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 21st September 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Canton, Georgia
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Cancer Sucks 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the scenic Etowah River Park in Canton, Cherokee. This inspiring event invites both runners and walkers to unite for a common cause – fighting cancer. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with participants enjoying a picturesque course along the beautiful greenway beside the Etowah River.
Runners will receive a timing chip and a Runner's BIB, with results available on RunSignup, while walkers will receive a race BIB, though not timed. All participants registered before August 20th will also receive a complimentary race t-shirt. This event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience and hope, inspired by the journey of Shelley Williams, who has bravely battled stage four colon cancer. Join us to raise funds and awareness, and to support those affected by cancer. Together, we can make a difference!
Runners will receive a timing chip and a Runner's BIB, with results available on RunSignup, while walkers will receive a race BIB, though not timed. All participants registered before August 20th will also receive a complimentary race t-shirt. This event is not just a race; it’s a celebration of resilience and hope, inspired by the journey of Shelley Williams, who has bravely battled stage four colon cancer. Join us to raise funds and awareness, and to support those affected by cancer. Together, we can make a difference!
Organiser's Description
The Cancer Sucks 5K begins and ends at Etowah River Park in Canton, GA. The entire course is on the beautiful greenway along the Etowah River.
Runners and Walkers start together at 9:00am.
Our 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt.
Our 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt.
THE CANCER SUCKS 5K IS POWERED BY THE SHELLEY FOUNDATION:
The Shelley Foundation was founded in response to the shocking news of Shelley William's stage four colon cancer diagnosis in February 2022. Despite initial prognoses giving her only three months to live, Shelley has persevered for over two years, demonstrating incredible strength and resilience. Inspired by her journey, we established this foundation to channel our energies into raising funds and providing support for individuals and families navigating the hardships of cancer. Through our collective efforts, we aim to bring hope, resources, and community to those who need it most, standing together in the fight against cancer.
Runners and Walkers start together at 9:00am.
Our 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt.
Our 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt.
THE CANCER SUCKS 5K IS POWERED BY THE SHELLEY FOUNDATION:
The Shelley Foundation was founded in response to the shocking news of Shelley William's stage four colon cancer diagnosis in February 2022. Despite initial prognoses giving her only three months to live, Shelley has persevered for over two years, demonstrating incredible strength and resilience. Inspired by her journey, we established this foundation to channel our energies into raising funds and providing support for individuals and families navigating the hardships of cancer. Through our collective efforts, we aim to bring hope, resources, and community to those who need it most, standing together in the fight against cancer.
Races
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5k Runner
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSEDOur 5K runners will receive a Runner's BIB with timing chip and will be able to view their results on RunSignup. All runners registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt. Runners start at 9:00am. -
5k Walker
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDOur 5K walkers will receive a race BIB but are not timed, and results will not be available. If you would prefer to have a timed race please feel free to register as a runner, but walk. All walkers registered before August 20th will receive a free race t-shirt. Walkers start at 9:00am.
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