Race For Hope Derriere Dash
- Date Sun 27th October 2024 - Sun 10th November 2024
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Westerville, Ohio
- Price Free - $44.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring Race For Hope Derriere Dash in Westerville, Delaware, from October 27 to November 10, 2024! This heartwarming event kicks off with a Kids Fun Run at 9:45 AM, followed by the main 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Walk starting at 10:00 AM.
Founded in memory of Peggy, who bravely fought colorectal cancer at just 42, this race serves to raise awareness about the increasing incidence of colorectal cancer in those under 50. Tragically, the story continues with Carleen's son, Connor, whose journey further emphasizes the importance of awareness and early detection. By participating, you not only honor the memories of those lost but also help bring hope to current patients and support crucial research for early screening and treatment options. Don’t forget to register by October 10th to guarantee your T-shirt and be part of this meaningful event! Together, we can make a difference and spread the message that colorectal cancer can affect anyone, regardless of age.
Founded in memory of Peggy, who bravely fought colorectal cancer at just 42, this race serves to raise awareness about the increasing incidence of colorectal cancer in those under 50. Tragically, the story continues with Carleen's son, Connor, whose journey further emphasizes the importance of awareness and early detection. By participating, you not only honor the memories of those lost but also help bring hope to current patients and support crucial research for early screening and treatment options. Don’t forget to register by October 10th to guarantee your T-shirt and be part of this meaningful event! Together, we can make a difference and spread the message that colorectal cancer can affect anyone, regardless of age.
Organiser's Description
EVENT START TIMES
9:45 AM - KIDS FUN RUN
10:00 AM - 5K RUN/WALK AND 1-MILE WALK
_REGISTER BY OCTOBER 10TH TO BE GUARANTEED YOUR T-SHIRT!_
The first Race For Hope was on April 25, 2004. The race was founded twenty years ago when Carleen Taylor made a promise to her friend Peggy that she would help her raise awareness that colorectal cancer occurs in those under 50 years of age. Peggy was diagnosed when she was 42 years old and had four young boys the same age as Carleens four boys. Peggy had been misdiagnosed due to her age and wanted to warn other people that colon cancer was not an old person's disease. Sadly Peggy passed away at 45, three weeks before the first race. The race went on to raise awareness.
Tragically, after 12 years of warning others about this cancer in the under-50 population, Carleen's 22-year-old son Connor was diagnosed in February 2016. He passed away at the age of 23 in September 2016. He was misdiagnosed for months due to his age. This cancer is now on the increase in teens, 20, and 30-year-old people. We need to raise awareness in the public and with healthcare professionals. We need to raise research funds for young onset screening and treatments.
Please join us as we remember lives lost, bring Hope to those in treatment, and take action against this cancer.
9:45 AM - KIDS FUN RUN
10:00 AM - 5K RUN/WALK AND 1-MILE WALK
_REGISTER BY OCTOBER 10TH TO BE GUARANTEED YOUR T-SHIRT!_
The first Race For Hope was on April 25, 2004. The race was founded twenty years ago when Carleen Taylor made a promise to her friend Peggy that she would help her raise awareness that colorectal cancer occurs in those under 50 years of age. Peggy was diagnosed when she was 42 years old and had four young boys the same age as Carleens four boys. Peggy had been misdiagnosed due to her age and wanted to warn other people that colon cancer was not an old person's disease. Sadly Peggy passed away at 45, three weeks before the first race. The race went on to raise awareness.
Tragically, after 12 years of warning others about this cancer in the under-50 population, Carleen's 22-year-old son Connor was diagnosed in February 2016. He passed away at the age of 23 in September 2016. He was misdiagnosed for months due to his age. This cancer is now on the increase in teens, 20, and 30-year-old people. We need to raise awareness in the public and with healthcare professionals. We need to raise research funds for young onset screening and treatments.
Please join us as we remember lives lost, bring Hope to those in treatment, and take action against this cancer.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed Thru October 10)
Sun 27th October 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$44.20
CLOSED -
1-Mile Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed Thru October 10)
Sun 27th October 2024 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.30
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run (~50-Meter Dash, Recommended for Kids 9 & Under)
Incl. T-Shirt (Guaranteed Thru October 10)
Sun 27th October 2024 (9:45AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.90 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed Thru October 10)
$38.90
CLOSED
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