Muscle Movement Fdn. Delaware Run for Strength 5k

Saturday, June 17, 2023 Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Wilmington, Delaware
$40.00 · 2 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the Muscle Movement Foundation Delaware Run for Strength 5k on Saturday, June 17, 2023, in Wilmington, New Castle! This exciting event is the largest 5k in Delaware, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the fight against ALS, myasthenia gravis, muscular dystrophy, and other neuromuscular diseases. Participants of all abilities are welcome to walk, run, or utilize adaptive running chairs as they complete the inspiring 3.14-mile course.

Starting at 9:00 a.m., the race will provide a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie and determination, with the course remaining open until 10:00 a.m. After crossing the finish line, enjoy an exhilarating after-party that will feature awards, live music, refreshments, and much more fun until 11:00 a.m.! Don't miss this chance to make a difference in the lives of those affected by muscle-damaging diseases while connecting with the community. Be sure to share your journey on social media and tag us to amplify our mission. Together, we can work towards a future free from the challenges of muscle diseases!

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  • 5k Walk/Run

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    9:00 AM EDT

    $40.00

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  • Virtual 5k Walk/Run

    Virtual

    9:00 AM EDT

    $40.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

This event is the largest 5k in Delaware that supports the fight against ALS, myasthenia gravis, muscular dystrophy, and additional forms of neuromuscular disease. Our inclusive 5k welcomes participants of all abilities. Hundreds of participants walk, run, or utilize an adaptive running chair to dedicate their 3.14 miles to the fight against muscle disease. After our registrants cross the finish line, they will enjoy an after party with awards, music, refreshments, and more fun! Contributions from this event are utilized to provide physical, financial, and emotional accommodations to Delawareans who are affected by muscle damaging disease.

* CHECK-IN: 8:00 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.
* 5K START TIME: 9:00 a.m. (course open until 10:00 a.m.)
* AFTER PARTY: Through 11:00 a.m.

Families interested in utilizing an adaptive running chair may contact [email protected].

On the day of our event, post your 3.14 miles on social media and tag us on Instagram and Facebook @endmuscledsiease. You may also tag us on Twitter (X) at @CureNMD. Ensure you utilize our event hashtags: _#MUSCLEMOVEMENTFOUNDATION_ _#RUNFORSTRENGTH5K #ENDMUSCLEDISEASE_

Our fight continues - To create a state free from the debilitating effects of muscle-damaging diseases. We truly cannot do this without you!

_*The Muscle Movement Foundation (MMF) is an IRS-registered 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are recognized as tax-deductible. __ID #: 46-0554462_

Location

2501 Pike Creek Rd., Saint Mark's High School, Wilmington, 19808, DE, United States

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