Difference180 Recovery Run 5k/10k/1mile

Saturday, March 23, 2024 Past event

9:45 AM EDT

Jacksonville, North Carolina

Free–$45.00 · 4 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the 8th Annual Difference180 Recovery Run on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in the vibrant community of Jacksonville, Onslow! This uplifting event aims to shine a light on recovery awareness, providing hope and healing in the wake of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, including increased drug addiction and mental health issues. Runners can choose from three exciting distances: a 5K, 10K, or a special 1-mile race, with a scenic route that winds through downtown Jacksonville, Wilson Park, Sturgeon City, and Kerr Street Park.

All registered participants will receive finisher medals, with additional accolades for the top three finishers in each age group for the 5K and 10K, along with trophies for the best overall times. Families can also enjoy the 100-yard dash designed for children aged 4-10, with a delightful surprise awaiting all young finishers! Refreshments will be available on-site, including coffee served by the Frothy Sloth Food Truck. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a supportive community focused on recovery and positivity—mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun and inspiration!

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Races

1 Mile Run/Walk

This event is a non-competitive event.

9:15 AM EDT

$20.00

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5k Run

Includes T-shirt

This event is a competitive event. All walkers/runners for this event get a t-shirt and finisher medal. Placement medals will go to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in the appropriate age groups.

9:10 AM EDT

$35.00

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10k Run

Includes T-shirt

This event is a competitive event. All runners for this event get a t-shirt and finisher medal. Placement medals will go to the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in the appropriate age group. (90 min cutoff for awards).

9:00 AM EDT

$45.00

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Kids 100 Yard Dash

This event is for children up to the age of six years old.

9:45 AM EDT

Free

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Organiser's description

THE DIFFERENCE180 RECOVERY https://www.difference180.comIS HOSTING OUR 8TH ANNUAL RUN FOR RECOVERY AWARENESS. SINCE THE COVID PANDEMIC THERE HAS BEEN AN OUTBREAK IN DRUG ADDICTIONS, SUICIDES, DEPRESSION AND ISOLATION. IT IS OUR MISSION TO BRING HOPE AND HEALING TO THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THESE EVIL INFLUENCES.

ONE OF THE KEY FACTORS TO HELP SOMEONE IN RECOVERY IS TO GET THEM IN A CULTURE OF A HEALTHY "FAMILY" OR "COMMUNITY". THIS IS WHAT WE WANT TO PROVIDE AT THE DIFFERENCE 180 RECOVERY MEETINGS. WE ARE A FAITH-BASED PROGRAM.

THIS YEAR WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT THE RACE HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE KERR STREET RECREATION CENTER. THE 3.1 MILE LOOP WILL TAKE YOU THRU THE BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN AREA, WILSON PARK, STURGEON CITY, AS WELL AS KERR STREET PARK.

THERE WILL BE FINISHER MEDALS ISSUED OUT TO ALL REGISTERED RUNNERS. ALSO FOR 1ST, 2ND AND 3RD PLACE FINISHERS FOR THE 5K AND 10K WILL BE AN ADDITIONAL MEDAL ISSUED OUT FOR EACH AGE GROUP. BEST OVERALL TIMES WILL RECEIVE A TROPHY.

THE 100 YARD DASH IS FOR CHILDREN FROM 4-10 YEARS OLD. NO AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR THIS RACE. HOWEVER, WE MAY HAVE A SPECIAL SURPRISE FOR EACH OF THE FINISHERS!

WE WILL HAVE REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE ON SITE. COFFEE WILL BE SERVED BY THE FROTHY SLOTH FOOD TRUCK.

FOR MORE DETAILS ON PACKET PICK-UPS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATED INFO OR JUST CONTACT US KEVIN @ [email protected] OR CALL/TEXT HIM @ 910-581-8983.

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