Shine Like Susan 5k
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
$27.50 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us for the Shine Like Susan 5K on Saturday, July 20, 2024, in the picturesque Clarks Summit, Lackawanna! This heartwarming event celebrates the life of Susan Burke, a beloved friend and inspiring coach, while raising funds for the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer. With a revamped, participant-friendly course that ditches the daunting hill, runners of all levels can enjoy the 5K starting at 9 AM, with packet pick-up and same-day registration available from 7:00 to 8:45 AM.
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as medals for age group winners ranging from 13 and under to 70+. Plus, there’s a free kids run for little ones aged 8 and under! Bring your family and friends for a day of fun, community spirit, and the chance to win fabulous raffle baskets. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to honor Susan’s memory and make a difference in the fight against colon cancer—register early to avoid price increases!
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as medals for age group winners ranging from 13 and under to 70+. Plus, there’s a free kids run for little ones aged 8 and under! Bring your family and friends for a day of fun, community spirit, and the chance to win fabulous raffle baskets. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to honor Susan’s memory and make a difference in the fight against colon cancer—register early to avoid price increases!
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Organiser's description
We are back and still shining with the 3rd Shine like Susan 5k. We made some changes to the course to make it more participant friendly (like not running up the giant hill!!!).This 5K is taking place in memory of Susan Burke who we lost in July 2022. From a loving friend, to a motivating coach, Susan was always there for those who needed her. We hope to see you there and all donations are greatly appreciated!
All proceeds will benefit the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer.
WHAT: 5K race held at Abington Heights Middle School.
WHEN: Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9 AM
PACKET PICK UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION: 7:00 to 8:45 AM.
Price increases for day of registration, so make sure to pre-register!
AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to the top three male and female overall winners. Medals will be awarded to the first and second place males and females in the age groups below.
13 and under,
14-19
20-29,
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
There will also be a free kids run for children aged 8 and under.
In addition, there will also be raffle baskets, so be sure to bring some extra cash with you!
We are seeking sponsors for this event. Please see the sponsor levels listed below.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
BRONZE SPONSOR ($200 and above): Name on event t-shirt
SILVER SPONSOR ($500 and above): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, and social media recognition
GOLD SPONSOR ($1000 or above): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker
PRESENTING SPONSOR ($2000): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker, large banner at Start or Finish line
HYDRATION SPONSOR ($2000): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker, name & logo on disposable water bottles which will be given out at the finish line
To become a sponsor, please visit the following link: Shine Like Susan Sponsorship Opportunities
All proceeds will benefit the Susan Burke Foundation for Colon Cancer.
WHAT: 5K race held at Abington Heights Middle School.
WHEN: Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 9 AM
PACKET PICK UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATION: 7:00 to 8:45 AM.
Price increases for day of registration, so make sure to pre-register!
AWARDS: Trophies will be awarded to the top three male and female overall winners. Medals will be awarded to the first and second place males and females in the age groups below.
13 and under,
14-19
20-29,
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
There will also be a free kids run for children aged 8 and under.
In addition, there will also be raffle baskets, so be sure to bring some extra cash with you!
We are seeking sponsors for this event. Please see the sponsor levels listed below.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
BRONZE SPONSOR ($200 and above): Name on event t-shirt
SILVER SPONSOR ($500 and above): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, and social media recognition
GOLD SPONSOR ($1000 or above): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker
PRESENTING SPONSOR ($2000): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker, large banner at Start or Finish line
HYDRATION SPONSOR ($2000): Logo or (larger) name on t-shirt, social media recognition, name & logo on mile marker, name & logo on disposable water bottles which will be given out at the finish line
To become a sponsor, please visit the following link: Shine Like Susan Sponsorship Opportunities
Location
1555 Newton Ransom Blvd, Clarks Summit, 18411, PA, United States
Shine Like Susan 5k
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