New Blossoms New Life 5k

Sunday, August 6, 2023 Past event
9:45 AM EDT
Erie, Pennsylvania
$14.22–$28.00 · 3 races
5km

Event summary

Join us for the inspiring New Blossoms New Life 5K on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at the beautiful Penn State Behrend Track & Field Complex in Erie, Pennsylvania. This uplifting event, organized by the New Blossoms New Life Foundation, aims to support couples facing infertility challenges by providing financial assistance for fertility treatments. The day kicks off at 9:30 AM with a fun run for kids aged 2-13, featuring a 1/4 mile race for ages 6-13 and a 100-meter dash for the little ones. Following the kids’ races, the main 5K walk/run will take place, making it a perfect occasion for families and friends to come together for a great cause.

With an entry fee of just $25 for adults and $12 for kids, participants will receive a race T-shirt and the satisfaction of knowing their contributions will directly support those in need of IVF assistance. Registration is open online until July 9th, and those who register by June 25th are guaranteed a T-shirt. Prizes will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers in the 5K, adding a competitive edge to this heartfelt event. Don’t miss out

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Races

  • 5k Race

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:45 AM EDT

    $28.00

    Entries closed
  • 5k Walk

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    9:45 AM EDT

    $28.00

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  • Kids 5k Fun Run

    Incl. $2.22 Fee & T-Shirt

    Children 13 and Under

    9:30 AM EDT

    $14.22

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Organiser's description

NEW BLOSSOMS NEW LIFE

5K WALK/RUN

New Blossoms New Life Foundation is a local, non-profit organization that was founded 14 years ago by Renea and Chris Kovski when they tragically lost their 2-year-old daughter Maggie. The foundation provides financial assistance and emotional support to couples challenged with infertility - with the goal of helping them have a child. New Blossoms New Life Foundation awards grants for costly fertility treatments, as well as, provides mentoring, counseling, and community education.

ENTRY FEE:

$25.00 per person for Run/Walk and T-shirt. ( T-shirt design coming soon)

$12 for kids fun run and T-shirt ( T-shirt design coming soon)

* Kids 6-13 Will Run a 1/4 Mile Race ( 1 lap around the Track)
* Kids 2-5 Will Run a 100 Meter Race

All proceeds will go directly to New Blossoms New Life Foundation to help a couple cover their IVF costs. A Basket Raffle will be available to those who want to participate (please come early to get tickets in prior to start of race.) Cost for auction will be separate from the race sign up.

LOCATION/TIME:

Penn State Behrend Track & Field Complex. 4712 College Dr, Erie, PA 16510.

9:30 AM start time for kids fun run. 5K to follow directly after. Race chip and T-shirt will be distributed day of race from 7:30-9:15.

REGISTRATION:

Online or mail in registration. T-shirts will be provided to those that register before June 25th Additional T-shirts will be available with late registration while supplies last. Online registration closes 7 pm July 9th . Mail in registration ends July 1st.

PRIZES:

Top 3 overall females and top 3 overall males will be awarded prizes for 5k.

Questions: Contact Kari Lathrop: 814-566-2696

Location

4712 College Dr, Erie, 16510, PA, United States

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