Run for 9-1-1

Friday, June 28, 2024 Past event
7:00 PM EDT
Kissimmee, Florida
$30.00–$40.00 · 3 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for the uplifting Run for 9-1-1 charity event on Friday, June 28, 2024, at beautiful Shingle Creek Park in Kissimmee, Osceola. This exciting annual 5K run and walk supports the #ThankYou911 initiative from the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), which honors the dedicated professionals behind our emergency response systems. Participants can look forward to a lively atmosphere while helping raise essential funds for scholarships, continuing education, and wellness programs for 9-1-1 professionals across the nation.

The event kicks off at 7:00 p.m., with packet pick-up available earlier in the day and the opportunity to enjoy a scenic route through the park. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes everyone to take part in celebrating and supporting these unsung heroes. With early bird registration starting at just $25, participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt, finisher medal, and a chance to win grand prizes! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community while enjoying a fun evening outdoors!

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Races

  • 5k Run/Walk

    Includes T-Shirt

    7:00 PM EDT

    $40.00

    Entries closed
  • 10k Run/Walk

    Includes T-Shirt

    7:00 PM EDT

    $40.00

    Entries closed
  • Virtual 5k

    Virtual

    Includes T-Shirt

    7:00 PM EDT

    $30.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Run for 9-1-1 is an annual charity 5K run (or walk) to benefit #ThankYou911, an initiative of NENA, the National Emergency Number Association.

#ThankYou911 encourages public support and recognition of 9-1-1 professionals, the unsung heroes of public safety, by generating essential funds to provide scholarships, continuing education opportunities, and wellness programs for 9-1-1 professionals across the United States.

This is an afternoon event. Race location is at Shingle creek park.

LOCATION:
Shingle Creek
2491 Babb Rd
Kissimmee, FL 34746

For those attending the conference transportation from Gaylord Palms to race site will be provided.

Transportation to the race location for NENA Conference attendees is provided A shuttle will pick participants up from the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center.
The bus will load at 5:30pm and depart at 5:45pm.



RACE DAY SCHEDULE
6:00 p.m. - Packet Pick-up
7:00 p.m. Race Start for both the 5k & 10k



PACKET PICKUP
THURSDAY, June 27 2pm - 6pm, Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center - Lobby
FRIDAY, June 28 1pm - 3pm, Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center - Lobby
FRIDAY, June 28 6pm - 6:45pm, Shingle Creek Park



PRICING
$25 early bird for both 5k / 10k
$30 general registration

$40 Thursday & Race Day Friday





BULK TEAM PRICING
Create a team and Signup 4+ participants and each team member gets $5 Refund. Teams can be created HERE https://runsignup.com/RaceGroups/159175



CHIP TIMING
All participants will be chip timed.



AWARDS
Commemorative t-shirt and medal will be be provided as well as grand prizes for top 3 males and females of the 5k and 10k. Best Team T-Shirt/Costume Prize. Registrations after 6/21 cannot be guaranteed a shirt and or finisher medal.



AGE GROUP AWARDS for 5K & 10k
12 & Under; 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69; 70+



FINISHER MEDAL
Participants of the 5k and 10k will receive finisher medals

Location

2491 Babb Road, Kissimmee, 34746, FL, United States

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