NHRC Run Walk for the Zebra 5K
- Date Sat 27th February 2027
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location New Hope, Pennsylvania
- Price $42.34
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting NHRC Run Walk for the Zebra 5K on Saturday, February 27, 2027, in the beautiful town of New Hope, Bucks! This vibrant event offers both an in-person and virtual 5K run or walk, making it accessible for everyone to participate. The Zebra symbolizes the rare disease community, which affects nearly 10,000 unique diseases in the United States. By taking part in this uplifting event, you will help raise critical awareness and funds for children living with rare diseases, benefiting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Your participation directly supports patient assistance funds that provide crucial financial aid to families navigating the challenges of rare disease diagnoses. Lace up your running shoes and be part of a movement that makes a difference in the lives of those in need!
Organiser's Description
THE ZEBRA 5K RUN/WALK IS AN IN PERSON OR VIRTUAL 5K RUN OR WALK!
WHY A ZEBRA? The Zebra is the official symbol of rare diseases in the United States... currently over 10,000 unique diseases!
WHO WE HELP: The Zebra 5k Run/Walk benefits the greater rare disease community. There are nearly 10,000 diseases considered "rare," and approximately 1 in 10 Americans are living with one of these rare diseases or disorders. Help raise awareness for these patients and their families by participating in our in person and/or virtual 5K run/walk. Your support will benefit children living "rare" at CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA AND ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL. _These institutions and our program provides financial assistance to rare disease patients and their families who have exhausted all financial alternatives on their journey to receiving their child's rare diagnosis._ The Zebra 5K specifically benefits the patient assistance funds at the hospitals who provide care and financial assistance to pediatric rare disease patients.
WHO ARE WE? The New Hope Run Club is a running and movement group located in New Hope, PA. We're sponsoring this run and hosting the in-person portion of the run (find us on Facebook or at www.newhoperunclub.com). We've partnered with these nationally recognized institutions to do our part in supporting the rare disease community and raise money and awareness for this great cause.
WHY A ZEBRA? The Zebra is the official symbol of rare diseases in the United States... currently over 10,000 unique diseases!
WHO WE HELP: The Zebra 5k Run/Walk benefits the greater rare disease community. There are nearly 10,000 diseases considered "rare," and approximately 1 in 10 Americans are living with one of these rare diseases or disorders. Help raise awareness for these patients and their families by participating in our in person and/or virtual 5K run/walk. Your support will benefit children living "rare" at CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA AND ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL. _These institutions and our program provides financial assistance to rare disease patients and their families who have exhausted all financial alternatives on their journey to receiving their child's rare diagnosis._ The Zebra 5K specifically benefits the patient assistance funds at the hospitals who provide care and financial assistance to pediatric rare disease patients.
WHO ARE WE? The New Hope Run Club is a running and movement group located in New Hope, PA. We're sponsoring this run and hosting the in-person portion of the run (find us on Facebook or at www.newhoperunclub.com). We've partnered with these nationally recognized institutions to do our part in supporting the rare disease community and raise money and awareness for this great cause.
Races
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Run for the Zebra 5k
Incl. $3.34 Fee & Zebra 5k Trucker Hat
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$42.34
OPENS 05 MAYThis is for runners.. 3.1m timed run! New to Running? Welcome! We have a tailored 5k training program to help this be your first 5k! Fast runner? Come take the title! Last year, we had a sub 7:00 pace winner. Are you more efficient? -
Walk, Roll, Stroll or Shuffle for the Zebra
Incl. $3.34 Fee & Zebra 5k Trucker Hat
Sat 27th February 2027 (9:00AM EST)
$42.34
OPENS 05 MAYWalkers, Rollers, Strollers, Shufflers come walk for the cause. ~1 mile route with shortcut options available. Join us for a family friendly fresh air walk in support of rare disease families! -
Virtual - Participate From Anywhere in the World!
Incl. $3.34 Fee & Zebra 5k Trucker Hat
$42.34
OPENS 05 MAYJoin us from anywhere in the world and at any time during the month of February! We trust you! Honor system reporting: tell us you completed your run/walk and we mail you the swag! Send us a pic of you doing it and well show you the love on top!
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400 Union Square Drive, New Hope, 18938, PA, United States
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