Gainesville Unity 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sat 21st September 2024
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Gainesville, Florida
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Gainesville Unity 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in the vibrant city of Gainesville, Alachua! This exhilarating event kicks off at 7:00 am, with participants encouraged to gather by 7:30 am for important instructions and a brief presentation. The official race will begin at 8:00 am, featuring a fast and flat 5K course perfect for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic walkers.
Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a worthy cause—raising funds for scholarships to help local high school students pursue their dreams of attending community college or university. With a goal of $10,000, every contribution is tax deductible, making a significant impact on our community's future. Hydration stations will be available before and after the race, ensuring you stay refreshed as you enjoy the beautiful grass path. Don’t miss this chance to unite for a good cause while having fun! Register by September 4th to secure your race tank top and be part of this uplifting event!
Not only will you have a fantastic time, but your participation also supports a worthy cause—raising funds for scholarships to help local high school students pursue their dreams of attending community college or university. With a goal of $10,000, every contribution is tax deductible, making a significant impact on our community's future. Hydration stations will be available before and after the race, ensuring you stay refreshed as you enjoy the beautiful grass path. Don’t miss this chance to unite for a good cause while having fun! Register by September 4th to secure your race tank top and be part of this uplifting event!
Organiser's Description
We cordially invite you to participate in our 3rd Annual Gainesville Unity 5K Run/Walk!
This event will raise money to provide scholarships to local high school students going to a community college or university. The event will kick off at 7:00 am. We would like all participants in place at 7:30 am to get instructions and partake in the a brief presentation. The Gainesville Unity 5K Run/Walk will start at 08:00 am. Awards will be given for top qualifiers of the race. All contributions will help to fund scholarships and defray the cost of organizing the event.
Help us reach our GOAL of $10,000.00
All contributions are tax deductible through our 501(c)(3) foundation, House of Alpha Education Foundation, Inc.
CONTRIBUTIONS/DONATIONS:
Any contribution/donation amount level will be accepted and appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your support and consideration of becoming a race contributor.
5K COURSE
This fast, somewhat flat course will feature very few turns and a grass path the whole way! Great for runners and walkers alike!
HYDRATION / FUELING / SANITATION
Hydration will be provided in the form of water and Gatorade before and after the race. There will be no refreshments on the race path.
Sanitation Station
Hand sanitizers will be provided and social distancing is highly encouraged in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
PACKET-PICKUP AND PARKING
Packet Pick up
Registration will be available online until 11:59 PM on 09/20/24.
Packet Pick-Up will be available race morning at the event.
Register by Wednesday, September 4th, 11:59 PM, if you want the option of selecting a tank top. Race tank tops will not be available to anyone who registers after September 4th, 2024.
Parking is available at the entrance and various locations around the site.
Enter park at the front entrance.
EVENT: 5K RUN
Start Time: 08:00 am EST
End Time: 09:30 am EST
Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.50 SignUp Fee
ORGANIZERS:
Watson Louidor, Event Co-Chair (305) 318-2229
Marcus Joseph, Event Co-Chair (954) 681-0833
Lloyd Alford, Event Co-Chair - (352) 284-1885
Raymond McKnight, HOA Foundation, President
Marcus Thompson, Nu Eta Lambda Chapter, President
Joshua Thomas, Theta Sigma Chapter, President
House of Alpha Education Foundation, Inc. [501(c)(3)]
P.O. Box 140833 Gainesville, FL 32614
This event will raise money to provide scholarships to local high school students going to a community college or university. The event will kick off at 7:00 am. We would like all participants in place at 7:30 am to get instructions and partake in the a brief presentation. The Gainesville Unity 5K Run/Walk will start at 08:00 am. Awards will be given for top qualifiers of the race. All contributions will help to fund scholarships and defray the cost of organizing the event.
Help us reach our GOAL of $10,000.00
All contributions are tax deductible through our 501(c)(3) foundation, House of Alpha Education Foundation, Inc.
CONTRIBUTIONS/DONATIONS:
Any contribution/donation amount level will be accepted and appreciated.
Thank you in advance for your support and consideration of becoming a race contributor.
5K COURSE
This fast, somewhat flat course will feature very few turns and a grass path the whole way! Great for runners and walkers alike!
HYDRATION / FUELING / SANITATION
Hydration will be provided in the form of water and Gatorade before and after the race. There will be no refreshments on the race path.
Sanitation Station
Hand sanitizers will be provided and social distancing is highly encouraged in order to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
PACKET-PICKUP AND PARKING
Packet Pick up
Registration will be available online until 11:59 PM on 09/20/24.
Packet Pick-Up will be available race morning at the event.
Register by Wednesday, September 4th, 11:59 PM, if you want the option of selecting a tank top. Race tank tops will not be available to anyone who registers after September 4th, 2024.
Parking is available at the entrance and various locations around the site.
Enter park at the front entrance.
EVENT: 5K RUN
Start Time: 08:00 am EST
End Time: 09:30 am EST
Price: $35.00 Race Fee + $3.50 SignUp Fee
ORGANIZERS:
Watson Louidor, Event Co-Chair (305) 318-2229
Marcus Joseph, Event Co-Chair (954) 681-0833
Lloyd Alford, Event Co-Chair - (352) 284-1885
Raymond McKnight, HOA Foundation, President
Marcus Thompson, Nu Eta Lambda Chapter, President
Joshua Thomas, Theta Sigma Chapter, President
House of Alpha Education Foundation, Inc. [501(c)(3)]
P.O. Box 140833 Gainesville, FL 32614
Races
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Gainesville Unity 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st September 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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