Run for Life

  • Date Sat 7th September 2024
  • Time 11:00AM EDT
  • Location Porterville, California
  • Price $59.80
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring day of community spirit and support at the Annual Run for Life, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Granite Hills High School in Porterville, Tulare! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in various race distances while raising crucial funds for the Roger S. Good Cancer Treatment Center at Sierra View Medical Center. Proceeds will help support vital cancer outreach initiatives, including support groups, health fairs, and educational resources.

Join us in honoring the courageous lives of individuals affected by cancer, including this year's honorees: Jerry Swartzlander, Julie Hargis, and Maria Felix Hernandez de Carmona. After the race, participants can enjoy a refreshing cooldown session led by local yoga instructor Elizabeth Dieterle RYT, along with delicious pancakes and beverages provided by The Porterville Runners Club and Stafford's Chocolates. Each registrant will receive a stylish short sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal, with awards for top finishers across multiple age categories. Don't miss this uplifting event that combines fitness, fun, and community support—mark your calendars for the Porterville Run for Life!

Organiser's Description

Please join the Porterville Breakfast Rotary Club at the Annual Run for Life at Granite Hills High School. Proceeds from this event will be used to support the Roger S. Good Cancer Treatment Center at Sierra View Medical Center. With these funds, the Cancer Treatment Center is able to attend or host cancer support groups, yearly prostate screenings, a survivor's dinner, health fairs and several other community outreach projects along with the purchase of educational materials. The event recognizes and honors the lives of those who are bravely battling or have lost their fight with cancer.

This years event will be honoring Jerry Swartzlander, Julie Hargis, and Maria Felix Hernandez de Carmona.

As the runners and walkers come in, the fun continues. Flow into an unbeatable cooldown, led by our incredible local yoga instructor Elizabeth Dieterle RYT. Then fuel up with some tasty pancakes and an array of delicious beverages provided by The Porterville Runners Club and Stafford's Chocolates.

Each registrant will receive a short sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal.* Awards will be given to Male and Female for both the run and the walk 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the following age groups: 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80+. Prize for 1st Male finisher and 1st Female finisher.

Whether youre taking in the tunes, chilling on the grass, running or walking, Porterville Run for Life is one event you dont want to miss.

*SHIRTS AND FINISHER'S MEDALS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER AUGUST 27TH. THOSE REGISTERED AFTER WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY.

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th September 2024 (11:00AM EDT)

    $59.80

    CLOSED
  • 5k Walk

    Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 7th September 2024 (11:00AM EDT)

    $59.80

    CLOSED

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Location

Granite Hills High School., 1701 E Putnam Ave, Porterville, 93257, CA, United States

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