Goodyear Education 5K
- Date Sat 29th March 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Danville, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Goodyear Education 5K on Saturday, March 29, 2025, in Danville, Virginia! This exciting event takes place at the scenic Goodyear Golf Course, where participants will run for a noble cause. Since its inception in 2007, this vibrant 5K race has become a staple in the community, raising vital funds for local education grants. With a history rooted in a commitment to enhancing classroom projects, the Goodyear Education 5K has contributed over $300,000 towards educational initiatives, making a real difference in the lives of students. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this inspiring event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
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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