EE Exceptional 5K
- Date Sat 22nd March 2025
- Location Cape Coral, Florida
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the EE Exceptional Superhero 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in beautiful Cape Coral, Lee County! This exciting event aims to raise funds for the Grace Church Exceptional Entrepreneurs Program, designed to empower adults with special needs as they transition out of the school system. Participants will not only enjoy a fun-filled day of racing but also contribute to a meaningful cause that supports skill development in business, teamwork, and life skills for these incredible individuals.
The race will kick off with packet pickup on Thursday, March 20, from 9 AM to 6 PM at the Grace Church lobby, and again on race day from 7 AM to 8:15 AM. With various categories for awards, including overall winners and age group finishers, there's a chance for everyone to shine! Plus, feel free to bring your furry friends and strollers as dogs are welcome to join the fun—just remember to keep them leashed and start at the back for safety. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a lively 5K experience!
The race will kick off with packet pickup on Thursday, March 20, from 9 AM to 6 PM at the Grace Church lobby, and again on race day from 7 AM to 8:15 AM. With various categories for awards, including overall winners and age group finishers, there's a chance for everyone to shine! Plus, feel free to bring your furry friends and strollers as dogs are welcome to join the fun—just remember to keep them leashed and start at the back for safety. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a lively 5K experience!
Organiser's Description
EE EXCEPTIONAL SUPERHERO 5K IS A RACE TO RAISE FUNDS TO EXPAND GRACE CHURCH EXCEPTIONAL ENTREPRENEURS PROGRAM AND RAISE AWARENESS FOR LEE COUNTY SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION THAT AGES OUT OF OUR SCHOOL SYSTEM. THE EXCEPTIONAL ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAM IS AN INNOVATIVE MINISTRY OF GRACE CHURCH WHERE WE ADVOCATE, EMPOWER, AND EQUIP ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS BY TEACHING THEM BUSINESS AND TEAM BUILDING SKILLS, AS WELL AS LIFE SKILLS AND SOCIAL SKILLS. OUR ENTREPRENEURS LEARN BY PARTICIPATING IN ALL ASPECTS OF PRODUCT CREATION, FROM ORDERING SUPPLIES, CREATING AND ASSEMBLING PRODUCTS, MARKETING AND SALES. THE CONNECTIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT ARE MADE WITH THEIR MENTORS HELP TO DEVELOP RESPECT, PERSONAL GROWTH, ACCOUNTABILITY AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS.
PACKET PICKUP:
THURSDAY, MARCH 20 - 9AM TO 6PM, GRACE CHURCH LOBBY AREA, 13 SE 21ST PL, CAPE CORAL, FL 33990
SATURDAY, MARCH 22- (RACE MORNING) 7::00 AM TO 8:15AM.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
7:00 AM TO 8:15AM. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED, PLEASE USE CREDIT CARD OR APPLE PAY.
AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE TO THE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: OVERALL, MASTERS (40+), GRAND MASTERS (50+), SENIOR GRAND MASTER (60+), VETERANS (70+), OVERALL YOUTH (14YR & UNDER).
AGE GROUP AWARDS: TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING GROUPS: 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
DOGS AND STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED IN THE RACE AND MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE FOR SAFETY PURPOSES. DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS.
RACE SHIRT: DRI-FIT GENDER SPECIFIC. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER 3/1/25.
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
PACKET PICKUP:
THURSDAY, MARCH 20 - 9AM TO 6PM, GRACE CHURCH LOBBY AREA, 13 SE 21ST PL, CAPE CORAL, FL 33990
SATURDAY, MARCH 22- (RACE MORNING) 7::00 AM TO 8:15AM.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
7:00 AM TO 8:15AM. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED, PLEASE USE CREDIT CARD OR APPLE PAY.
AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE TO THE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: OVERALL, MASTERS (40+), GRAND MASTERS (50+), SENIOR GRAND MASTER (60+), VETERANS (70+), OVERALL YOUTH (14YR & UNDER).
AGE GROUP AWARDS: TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING GROUPS: 14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
DOGS AND STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED IN THE RACE AND MUST START AT THE BACK OF THE RACE FOR SAFETY PURPOSES. DOGS MUST BE LEASHED AND UP TO DATE ON VACCINATIONS.
RACE SHIRT: DRI-FIT GENDER SPECIFIC. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER 3/1/25.
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING. [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
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