Mind on the Run - NAMI Southwest Florida 5k

Saturday, March 23, 2024 Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Fort Myers, Florida
$25.00 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Join us for the uplifting Mind on the Run - NAMI Southwest Florida 5K on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in beautiful Fort Myers, Lee. This exciting event isn't just about competition; it's a powerful platform to support individuals and families living with mental illness. The 5K run takes you over the stunning Edison Bridge, along the picturesque Caloosahatchee River, offering a breathtaking backdrop as you race for mental health awareness.

This family-friendly event promises a vibrant festival atmosphere with live music, food trucks, engaging presentations, and prizes! Experience the unique camaraderie as hundreds of spectators cheer you on, alongside participants in a simultaneous NAMI walk. Plus, every registrant will receive a finisher's shirt and be eligible for awards for top male and female finishers. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day out. Register now to secure your spot and take advantage of early bird discounts—let's come together to raise awareness and support mental health for all!

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  • Mind on the Run- NAMI Southwest Florida 5k Run

    6:00 PM EDT

    $25.00

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Organiser's description

MORE THAN JUST A COMPETITION



_MIND ON THE RUN_ REPRESENTS A PLATFORM OF SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO ARE LIVING WITH MENTAL ILLNESS. _MIND ON THE RUN_ PROVIDES A SPACE TO CONNECT PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING AND OFFERS AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE STRUGGLING TO BE UNDERSTOOD.



NAMI LCH IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE 3RD ANNUAL MIND ON THE RUN- 5K RUN! THE MIND ON THE RUN FOR MENTAL HEALTH IS A CHIPPED AND TIMED 5K FAMILY RUN OVER THE EDISON BRIDGE. THIS EVENT FEATURES A ROUTE ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL CALOOSAHATCHEE RIVER IN DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS. IT'S A NEW DAY FOR MENTAL HEALTH, AND WE WILL EMBRACE IT TOGETHER ON SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2025, AT CENTENNIAL PARK, FORT MYERS.



*Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird discount ( $5.00 off per participant) | offer ends January 11, 2025*



WHY CHOOSE MIND ON THE RUN?



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AN EVENT FESTIVAL FEATURING MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, IN YOUR VOICE PRESENTATIONS, PRIZES, AND MORE!

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HUNDREDS OF SPECTATORS CHEERING YOU ON! THIS IS THE ONLY RUN IN SWFL WHERE HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN A NAMI WALK ALONGSIDE YOUR RACE, ACTIVELY ROOTING FOR YOU!

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A ONE-OF-A-KIND SETTING! THE SUNSET, THE BRIDGE, THE RIVER, AND THE FORT MYERS SKYLINE CREATE ONE OF THE MOST INCREDIBLE RACE EXPERIENCE YOU WILL HAVE IN SWFL!

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SWAG! SIGN UP, RAISE SOME MONEY, AND RECEIVE A SHIRT TO SHOW YOU ARE A FINISHER! THERE WILL ALSO BE PRIZES FOR FEMALE AND MALE RUNNERS FOR FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD PLACE.

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THE OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT AN EXTRAORDINARY NON-PROFIT! THIS EVENT IS A VIBRANT GATHERING WHERE INSPIRATION CAN SHINE ON ALL OF US. WE'LL CHEER EACH OTHER ON WHILE RAISING OUR VOICES TO BE HEARD, UNITED IN OUR COMMITMENT TO RAISING AWARENESS OF OUR CAUSE, FUNDS TO DRIVE NAMI'S FREE, TOP-RATED PROGRAMS, AND BUILD COMMUNITY IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.



Mind On The Run - NAMI Southwest Florida 5K will be here before you know it, so register today! Let's open doors for everyone from every walk of life to access the mental health resources and community they deserve.
#Together4MH
#MindOnTheRun

Location

Centennial Park, 2000 West First Street, Fort Myers, 33901, FL, United States

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