Race for Ray 5k
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
East Greenwich, Rhode Island
$33.50 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Race for Ray 5K on Saturday, August 19, 2023, in East Greenwich, Kent! This vibrant event kicks off at 8 AM sharp at the back of East Greenwich High School and invites participants of all ages to run or walk in memory of a beloved community member, Ray Flynn. With a focus on community spirit, this race aims to honor Ray while supporting his children's educational needs through the Ray Flynn Foundation.
The first 300 participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. Runners will compete for awards, with prizes for the top three overall finishers, both male and female, as well as an under-12 division. Come together with friends and family for a morning of fun, fitness, and fond memories, all while contributing to a noble cause. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming opportunity to make a difference in the community!
The first 300 participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, adding to the excitement of the day. Runners will compete for awards, with prizes for the top three overall finishers, both male and female, as well as an under-12 division. Come together with friends and family for a morning of fun, fitness, and fond memories, all while contributing to a noble cause. Don’t miss out on this heartwarming opportunity to make a difference in the community!
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$33.50
Organiser's description
Join us for a fun 5k being held in the back of the East Greenwich High School @ 8am sharp. T-shirts to the 1st 300 participants.
Helping Hands of EG is a non- profit organization that provides assistance to those in need in the community.
We are a group of teens who have come together to do what we love, helping others. We believe that together, we can make a difference.
Our First Fundraiser is very close to all of us. THE RACE FOR RAY 5K where all proceeds from the race will be given to The Ray Flynn Foundation.
Ray Flynn was a member of the community and a friend to many. He passed away suddenly last year, this race is to honor him and help offset the educational needs for his children. All proceeds will go to The Ray Flynn Foundation. Ray loved his children and loved watching them at all their sporting events. We thought this would be a great way for the community to come together running or walking and have some fun to remember someone so special.
The Race will go off promptly at 8am The Race will be a 5k behind East Greenwich High School. There will be awards to the Overall top 3 Finishers Male and Female and then there will be an under 12 division male and female for the top 3.
Helping Hands of EG is a non- profit organization that provides assistance to those in need in the community.
We are a group of teens who have come together to do what we love, helping others. We believe that together, we can make a difference.
Our First Fundraiser is very close to all of us. THE RACE FOR RAY 5K where all proceeds from the race will be given to The Ray Flynn Foundation.
Ray Flynn was a member of the community and a friend to many. He passed away suddenly last year, this race is to honor him and help offset the educational needs for his children. All proceeds will go to The Ray Flynn Foundation. Ray loved his children and loved watching them at all their sporting events. We thought this would be a great way for the community to come together running or walking and have some fun to remember someone so special.
The Race will go off promptly at 8am The Race will be a 5k behind East Greenwich High School. There will be awards to the Overall top 3 Finishers Male and Female and then there will be an under 12 division male and female for the top 3.
Location
Behind East Greenwich High School, 300 Avenger Dr, East Greenwich, 02818, RI, United States
Race for Ray 5k
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