Friends 5K Run/Walk, benefiting Friends of the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Newark, Delaware
- Price $35.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting 3rd Annual Friends 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in Newark, New Castle! This vibrant event, held at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center campus, promises a day filled with community spirit and purpose. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, all while supporting a worthy cause. Proceeds from this year's race will directly benefit cancer patients facing food insecurity, helping to ensure they have access to fresh produce and nutritious meals during their treatment journey. With guidance from registered dietitians, this initiative is dedicated to improving dietary choices and overall health for those in need. Lace up your shoes and be part of this meaningful event that combines fitness, community, and compassion!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL FRIENDS 5K RUN/WALK BENEFITING FRIENDS OF THE HELEN F. GRAHAM CANCER CENTER & RESEARCH INSTITUTE. THIS YEAR'S EVENT WILL BE AT THE HELEN F. GRAHAM CANCER CENTER CAMPUS IN NEWARK, DELAWARE.
PROCEEDS FOR THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE USED TO ASSIST CANCER PATIENTS WHO EXPERIENCE FOOD INSECURITY. OUR COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH AND EDUCATION AND CANCER CARE MANAGEMENT TEAMS ARE WORKING TO ADDRESS NUTRITION SECURITY BY OFFERING PROGRAMMING THAT HELPS PATIENTS ACCESS FRESH PRODUCE AND HEALTHY FOOD CHOICES. REGISTERED DIETITIANS GUIDE OUR PATIENTS ON THE BENEFITS OF THESE FOOD CHOICES AND WAYS TO HELP IMPROVE NUTRITIONAL INTAKE DURING CANCER THERAPY.
PROCEEDS FOR THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL BE USED TO ASSIST CANCER PATIENTS WHO EXPERIENCE FOOD INSECURITY. OUR COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH AND EDUCATION AND CANCER CARE MANAGEMENT TEAMS ARE WORKING TO ADDRESS NUTRITION SECURITY BY OFFERING PROGRAMMING THAT HELPS PATIENTS ACCESS FRESH PRODUCE AND HEALTHY FOOD CHOICES. REGISTERED DIETITIANS GUIDE OUR PATIENTS ON THE BENEFITS OF THESE FOOD CHOICES AND WAYS TO HELP IMPROVE NUTRITIONAL INTAKE DURING CANCER THERAPY.
Races
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Friends 5K Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS SOONFree Parking! Family fun before and after the race. Face painting, Photo Booth, water and snacks! Wilmington University Cheerleaders, Delaware Blue Coats Basketball toss. Prizes for the largest Team! TEAM PRIZES: 1) Largest Team Prize: Empanada party for 25 people - provided by Empanalgas Cheeky Latin Soulfood!
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