Goodyear 5K
- Date Sat 29th March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Danville, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Goodyear 5K, taking place on Saturday, March 29th, 2025, in the picturesque city of Danville. This exciting race, set against the stunning backdrop of Goodyear Golf Course, not only promises a fun and invigorating experience for participants of all ages but also supports a fantastic cause—local education grants. Since its inception in 2007, the Goodyear 5K has become a cornerstone event, with all proceeds dedicated to funding vital classroom projects in the community. Join fellow runners and supporters as you contribute to a legacy that has already raised over $300,000 for educational initiatives. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie in Danville!
Organiser's Description
In 1992, Ed Steffey, plant manager of Goodyear and
board member of the Danville Area Chamber of
Commerce, expressed his concerns on the lack of
funding for local classroom projects. He convinced
the Chambers board to start education grants.
Using that combination of a passionate leader and
Goodyears beautiful golf course, a tournament was
started with all proceeds being designated for the
education grants. Other businesses were invited to
participate and the education grant program was
launched.
In 2007, Goodyear employee Bennett Gobble started
a 5K race held on Goodyear Golf Course with all
proceeds donated to the Education Open funds.
Together, the Education 5K and The Ed Steffey
Memorial Education Golf Tournament has raised
more than $300,000 for education projects.
board member of the Danville Area Chamber of
Commerce, expressed his concerns on the lack of
funding for local classroom projects. He convinced
the Chambers board to start education grants.
Using that combination of a passionate leader and
Goodyears beautiful golf course, a tournament was
started with all proceeds being designated for the
education grants. Other businesses were invited to
participate and the education grant program was
launched.
In 2007, Goodyear employee Bennett Gobble started
a 5K race held on Goodyear Golf Course with all
proceeds donated to the Education Open funds.
Together, the Education 5K and The Ed Steffey
Memorial Education Golf Tournament has raised
more than $300,000 for education projects.
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