Post Office Cafe's 33rd Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run
- Date Sat 19th October 2024
- Location Babylon, New York
- Price $24.22 - $39.03
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for the Post Office Cafe's 33rd Annual 5K Run & 1K Fun Run on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in beautiful Babylon, Suffolk! This uplifting community event not only promises a day of fun and fitness but also plays a crucial role in raising awareness and funds for the National MPS Society. The 5K Run and the family-friendly 1K Fun Run are perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels, making it a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors while supporting a significant cause.
This year’s event is held in memory of Mark and Casey Lessing, who bravely battled MPS IIIA. By participating, you are helping to shine a light on these rare genetic disorders that predominantly affect children, as well as supporting the invaluable work of the National MPS Society in their quest for awareness, research, and ultimately, a cure. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a spirited day of running and community spirit!
This year’s event is held in memory of Mark and Casey Lessing, who bravely battled MPS IIIA. By participating, you are helping to shine a light on these rare genetic disorders that predominantly affect children, as well as supporting the invaluable work of the National MPS Society in their quest for awareness, research, and ultimately, a cure. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a spirited day of running and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Thank you for participating in the National MPS Society Run/Walk, and Post Office Cafe's 33rd Annual 5K & 1K Fun Run. This event will raise awareness and funds for the National MPS Society.
In our community, the Walk/Run will be held at the Post Office Cafe in celebration of Mark and Casey Lessing. In 2010, Mark lost his 20 year battle with the disorder MPS IIIA. His sister Casey passed away July, 2016 at the age of 24. MPS and related diseases are genetic disorders that affect major organs in the body, including the respiratory system, heart, bones, and nervous system. Affecting mostly children, it is caused by the body's inability to produce certain enzymes. There are hundreds of children around the country waiting for a treatment and eventually a cure for these rare, progressive, and deadly diseases.
The National MPS Society's mission is to provide support for individuals and their families affected by MPS or ML. Our goals are to increase public and professional awareness and to support research. The Society's ultimate goal is to find a cure for MPS disorders.
In our community, the Walk/Run will be held at the Post Office Cafe in celebration of Mark and Casey Lessing. In 2010, Mark lost his 20 year battle with the disorder MPS IIIA. His sister Casey passed away July, 2016 at the age of 24. MPS and related diseases are genetic disorders that affect major organs in the body, including the respiratory system, heart, bones, and nervous system. Affecting mostly children, it is caused by the body's inability to produce certain enzymes. There are hundreds of children around the country waiting for a treatment and eventually a cure for these rare, progressive, and deadly diseases.
The National MPS Society's mission is to provide support for individuals and their families affected by MPS or ML. Our goals are to increase public and professional awareness and to support research. The Society's ultimate goal is to find a cure for MPS disorders.
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