Hero-Up 5K and Kids' Race and Virtual 5K
- Date Sat 31st August 2024
- Time 12:00PM EDT
- Location Sherwood, Oregon
- Price Free - $38.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day at the Hero-Up 5K and Kids' Race on Saturday, August 31st, 2024, in Sherwood, Washington! This exciting event invites runners of all ages to don their capes and masks and join the fight against childhood cancer. The race features a lively 5K for adults and a fun Kids' Race, both taking place at Ridges Elementary School, with the start and finish on the track. Plus, for those who prefer to run from their own location, a virtual 5K option is available!
By participating, you're not just enjoying a fantastic day of running; you're also contributing to a noble cause, as 100% of the race's net proceeds will benefit children's cancer research. Over the past 11 years, this event has raised an impressive $380,500 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Bank at OHSU and the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Register by August 9th to secure your race shirt and help make a difference in the lives of children battling cancer. Join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and hope!
By participating, you're not just enjoying a fantastic day of running; you're also contributing to a noble cause, as 100% of the race's net proceeds will benefit children's cancer research. Over the past 11 years, this event has raised an impressive $380,500 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Bank at OHSU and the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Register by August 9th to secure your race shirt and help make a difference in the lives of children battling cancer. Join us for a day filled with fun, community spirit, and hope!
Organiser's Description
2024 Results are HERE [https://www.hubertiming.com/results/2024HeroUp]
Welcome back!!! On August 31st, 2024 we invite you to lace up your running shoes, don your cape and mask, and pound the pavement for Children's Cancer Research! 100% of race net proceeds go to children's cancer research. We are so glad to welcome everyone to Hero-Up for Children's Cancer! This year the 5K and Kids' races will be in SHERWOOD AT RIDGES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. It will start and end on the track. We are also offering a virtual 5K.
Please register by August 9th to be guaranteed a race shirt!
VIRTUAL RESULTS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
1. When the race officially starts on Saturday, August 31st, youll receive a text message and email welcoming you to the race.
2. You must complete your run between Saturday, August 31st and end of day Saturday, September 14th.
3. Submission of your race results can be done via text message or web form.
4. When submitting your results, youll have the option to include a link to your Strava or Garmin Connect activity. If you do this, your results will be marked as Verified. If you don't have one of these apps, you can install Strava from your phone's app store and run with your phone.
5. Results will be ranked online in the following categories: overall, gender, and age group.
In the last 11 years since we started our organization, our donations have totaled $380,500 to the Pediatric Brain Tumor bank at OHSU for children's cancer research and to the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Help us increase that amount this year!
Welcome back!!! On August 31st, 2024 we invite you to lace up your running shoes, don your cape and mask, and pound the pavement for Children's Cancer Research! 100% of race net proceeds go to children's cancer research. We are so glad to welcome everyone to Hero-Up for Children's Cancer! This year the 5K and Kids' races will be in SHERWOOD AT RIDGES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. It will start and end on the track. We are also offering a virtual 5K.
Please register by August 9th to be guaranteed a race shirt!
VIRTUAL RESULTS SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
1. When the race officially starts on Saturday, August 31st, youll receive a text message and email welcoming you to the race.
2. You must complete your run between Saturday, August 31st and end of day Saturday, September 14th.
3. Submission of your race results can be done via text message or web form.
4. When submitting your results, youll have the option to include a link to your Strava or Garmin Connect activity. If you do this, your results will be marked as Verified. If you don't have one of these apps, you can install Strava from your phone's app store and run with your phone.
5. Results will be ranked online in the following categories: overall, gender, and age group.
In the last 11 years since we started our organization, our donations have totaled $380,500 to the Pediatric Brain Tumor bank at OHSU for children's cancer research and to the Children's Cancer Therapy Development Institute. Help us increase that amount this year!
Races
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Race Shirt
$38.35
CLOSEDWe are offering a virtual race for those who aren't able to attend in person this year. Submission for your virtual time will work just like last year. You will receive a text and email with links to submit your time. You have through September 14th to run/walk and submit your time. -
Kids Race (In-Person!)
Race Shirt
Sat 31st August 2024 (12:00PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDThis race is definitely the highlight of the day. All children are encouraged to dress up like their favorite superhero and each will receive a race medal for participating. If you would like a youth race shirt, you can select that option when registering and pay $20. -
5K (In-Person!)
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 31st August 2024 (11:00AM EDT)
$38.35
CLOSEDWe can't wait to see all of you heroes in person this year!!! Register early to guarantee yourself a race shirt. Participants also receive medals.
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