Running For Africa 2024
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Decatur, Alabama
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2nd Annual "Running For Africa 2024" event, taking place on Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at the scenic Jack Allen Soccer Complex in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama. This exciting race day features a variety of distances to suit all levels of runners and walkers, including a 7K, 5K, and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. The event kicks off bright and early, with the 5K starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the 7K at 8:15 AM, and the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 9:00 AM.
Join us for a day of fun and fitness, while supporting a great cause! All proceeds from this event will benefit Archangel Group International, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving lives in Zambia through quality-of-life projects. Not only will you enjoy the thrill of racing, but you'll also be making a difference in the fight against poverty and human trafficking in Africa. Early registration ends on November 17th, 2024, so be sure to sign up and secure your free shirt and swag bag! Whether you're competing for trophies
Join us for a day of fun and fitness, while supporting a great cause! All proceeds from this event will benefit Archangel Group International, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving lives in Zambia through quality-of-life projects. Not only will you enjoy the thrill of racing, but you'll also be making a difference in the fight against poverty and human trafficking in Africa. Early registration ends on November 17th, 2024, so be sure to sign up and secure your free shirt and swag bag! Whether you're competing for trophies
Organiser's Description
Please join us for the 2nd Annual "Running for Africa 2024" presented by Hyundai of Decatur. We will be hosting a 7K, 5K, and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.
The event will be held at Jack Allen Soccer Complex on December 7th, 2024, located at 2616 Modaus Road SW Decatur, Alabama 35603.
The gates will open at 6:30AM for late registrations. All of the proceeds will go to our organization, Archangel Group International a Non-Profit Corporation which is a 501 C (3). The organization was founded by Jonathan Macklin, a police officer for the City of Decatur. All of the proceeds for the race will go towards quality-of-life projects in Zambia. Please visit Archangel Group International, to learn more about the organization.
"Archangel Group International exists to restore families by combating poverty and human trafficking in Africa. The resources we provide will empower communities to come together and be self-sustaining for years to come. The law enforcement training we provide will bring needed skills and leadership to the local police, in order to better serve and protect their citizens."
Early registration ends November 17th, 2024, at 12:00AM. Everyone that registers early for the 7K, 5K, or 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk gets a free shirt and swag bag.
Registration for the 7K and 5K will be $30.00. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk will be $25.00. If you would like to run in both the 5K and 7K, the price will be $40.00.
Packet pickup will be on December 6th, 2024, from 5pm to 7pm at Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Company located at 105 1st Avenue NE Decatur, Alabama 35601. You will also be able to pick up your packet the morning of the race, Saturday morning from 6:00AM-7:30AM at Jack Allen Soccer Complex.
The races will start as follows. 5K-7:30AM, 7K-8:15AM, 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk-9:00AM
We are so thankful for your support and look forward to seeing you on race day!!!!!!
Age brackets are as follows:
14 and under:
15-19:
20-24:
25-29:
30-34:
35-39:
40-44:
45-49:
50-54:
55-59:
60-64:
70 and up:
Overall male and female and overall master male and female will be awarded an individual trophy. This is for the 7K and 5K Runs. 1st to 3rd place medals will also be awarded for each age division. Male and Female
The event will be held at Jack Allen Soccer Complex on December 7th, 2024, located at 2616 Modaus Road SW Decatur, Alabama 35603.
The gates will open at 6:30AM for late registrations. All of the proceeds will go to our organization, Archangel Group International a Non-Profit Corporation which is a 501 C (3). The organization was founded by Jonathan Macklin, a police officer for the City of Decatur. All of the proceeds for the race will go towards quality-of-life projects in Zambia. Please visit Archangel Group International, to learn more about the organization.
"Archangel Group International exists to restore families by combating poverty and human trafficking in Africa. The resources we provide will empower communities to come together and be self-sustaining for years to come. The law enforcement training we provide will bring needed skills and leadership to the local police, in order to better serve and protect their citizens."
Early registration ends November 17th, 2024, at 12:00AM. Everyone that registers early for the 7K, 5K, or 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk gets a free shirt and swag bag.
Registration for the 7K and 5K will be $30.00. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk will be $25.00. If you would like to run in both the 5K and 7K, the price will be $40.00.
Packet pickup will be on December 6th, 2024, from 5pm to 7pm at Cross-Eyed Owl Brewing Company located at 105 1st Avenue NE Decatur, Alabama 35601. You will also be able to pick up your packet the morning of the race, Saturday morning from 6:00AM-7:30AM at Jack Allen Soccer Complex.
The races will start as follows. 5K-7:30AM, 7K-8:15AM, 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk-9:00AM
We are so thankful for your support and look forward to seeing you on race day!!!!!!
Age brackets are as follows:
14 and under:
15-19:
20-24:
25-29:
30-34:
35-39:
40-44:
45-49:
50-54:
55-59:
60-64:
70 and up:
Overall male and female and overall master male and female will be awarded an individual trophy. This is for the 7K and 5K Runs. 1st to 3rd place medals will also be awarded for each age division. Male and Female
Races
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Running for Africa 2024 5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (7:30AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSEDTrophies will be awarded to the fastest overall male and female runners and to the Masters (40+) male and female runners for the 7K and 5K race. The ceremony will immediately take place after the 1-mile fun run. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be awarded for the following male and female age categories. (7K and 5K Races Only) 0-9 years old 10-14 years old 15-19 years old 20-29 years old 30-39 years old 70+years old -
Running for Africa 2024 7K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (8:15AM EST)
$32.80
CLOSEDTrophies will be awarded to the fastest overall male and female runners and to the Masters (40+) male and female runners for the 7K and 5K race. The ceremony will immediately take place after the 1-mile fun run. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals will be awarded for the following male and female age categories. (7K and 5K Races Only) 0-9 years old 10-14 years old 15-19 years old 20-29 years old 30-39 years old 70+years old -
Running for Africa 2024 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (9:00AM EST)
$27.50
CLOSEDIf you register early, you will get a t-shirt. -
7K and 5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (7:30AM EST)
$43.40
CLOSED
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