Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell 5k
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Henrico, Virginia
$38.10 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell 5K on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Henrico, where community spirit meets a noble cause! This uplifting event invites participants to walk together for a cure for sickle cell disease, supporting vital research and treatment initiatives. Hosted by F.A.C.T.S., the Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the Zenobia's Promise Foundation, proceeds from the event will benefit the Florence Neal Cooper Smith Professorship Fund at VCU School of Medicine.
With check-in starting at 8:00 a.m. and the walk taking place from 9 a.m. to noon, this is an excellent opportunity to come together for awareness, support, and community engagement. Lace up your walking shoes and be part of a movement that makes a difference while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with hope and determination!
With check-in starting at 8:00 a.m. and the walk taking place from 9 a.m. to noon, this is an excellent opportunity to come together for awareness, support, and community engagement. Lace up your walking shoes and be part of a movement that makes a difference while enjoying a vibrant atmosphere filled with hope and determination!
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Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
Please join F.A.C.T.S. (Finding a Cure Together 4 Sickle Cell), the Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and the Zenobia's Promise Foundation to walk for a cure for sickle cell disease. The MCV Foundation is pleased to be the beneficiary of the annual Florence Neal Cooper Smith 5K to support the Florence Neal Cooper Smith Professorship at VCU.
All event proceeds and special donations will go to the Florence Neal Cooper Smith Professorship Fund at the VCU School of Medicine which will contribute to the research, effective treatment and maintenance care for sickle cell disease.
Check-in starts at 8:00 a.m. and the walk is from 9 a.m. to noon.
All event proceeds and special donations will go to the Florence Neal Cooper Smith Professorship Fund at the VCU School of Medicine which will contribute to the research, effective treatment and maintenance care for sickle cell disease.
Check-in starts at 8:00 a.m. and the walk is from 9 a.m. to noon.
Location
Dorey Park and Recreation Center, 2999 Darbytown Road, Henrico, 23231, VA, United States
Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell 5k
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