Strides for Inclusion 5K Run-Walk-Roll presented by Babcock Ranch
- Date Sat 7th June 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Punta Gorda, Florida
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
Race day is fast approaching
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and inclusivity at the Strides for Inclusion 5K Run-Walk-Roll, taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the beautiful setting of Punta Gorda, Charlotte. This exciting event, hosted by Babcock Ranch, supports the Pathways to Opportunity (PTO) program, dedicated to empowering individuals with a variety of disabilities, including Down syndrome, autism, and traumatic brain injuries. Whether you choose to run, walk, or roll, everyone is invited to participate in this inspiring 5K that aims to foster personal growth and community integration.
The race kicks off at 7:30 AM at Founders Square, with packet pickup available on race day from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Participants can look forward to age-based awards for both male and female competitors across multiple categories, ensuring a spirited competition for all. Don’t miss your chance to secure a race shirt by registering by May 20, 2025, and take advantage of the affordable entry fee of just $15 for those 18 and under. Join us for a memorable day of celebration, support, and strides toward inclusion!
The race kicks off at 7:30 AM at Founders Square, with packet pickup available on race day from 6:30 AM to 7:15 AM. Participants can look forward to age-based awards for both male and female competitors across multiple categories, ensuring a spirited competition for all. Don’t miss your chance to secure a race shirt by registering by May 20, 2025, and take advantage of the affordable entry fee of just $15 for those 18 and under. Join us for a memorable day of celebration, support, and strides toward inclusion!
Organiser's Description
NEW RACE DATE IS: JUNE 7, 2025 HOSTED BY BABCOCK RANCH.
STRIDES FOR INCLUSION 5K RUN-WALK-ROLL PRESENTED BY PATHWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY (PTO). PTO IS A LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DEDICATED TO SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF DISABILITIES, INCLUDING DOWN SYNDROME, AUTISM, CEREBRAL PALSY, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES, SCHIZOPHRENIA, POLIO, AND OTHER DIAGNOSED/UNDIAGNOSED DISABILITIES. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THESE INDIVIDUALS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL BY FOSTERING PERSONAL GROWTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS, ENABLING THEM TO THRIVE AND REACH THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL AND LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. WE BELIEVE THAT EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO THRIVE, AND WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING THAT A REALITY FOR THOSE WE SERVE.
AWARDS:
OVERALL M/F
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
0-9, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
SHIRT CUTOFF: REGISTER BY MAY 20, 2025 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
AGE-BASED PRICING: 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER REGISTRATION PRICE IS ONLY $15.00.
DISCOUNTS: LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025, 4:00PM TO 7:00PM AT FLEET FEET, BELL TOWER MALL, 13499 S. CLEVELAND AVE STE 209, FORT MYERS, FL 33907
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2025, 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, BABCOCK RANCH, FOUNDERS SQUARE PAVILION, 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, PLEASE BRING A CREDIT CARD OR USE APPLE PAY TO REGISTER. REGISTRATION IS CO-LOCATED WITH PACKET PICKUP.
The race starts at 7:30AM in Founders Square and ends on the Founders Square boardwalk. Click the link for more information about Founders Square https://babcockranchliving.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Founders-Square-43
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
STRIDES FOR INCLUSION 5K RUN-WALK-ROLL PRESENTED BY PATHWAYS TO OPPORTUNITY (PTO). PTO IS A LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DEDICATED TO SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH A WIDE RANGE OF DISABILITIES, INCLUDING DOWN SYNDROME, AUTISM, CEREBRAL PALSY, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES, SCHIZOPHRENIA, POLIO, AND OTHER DIAGNOSED/UNDIAGNOSED DISABILITIES. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR THESE INDIVIDUALS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL BY FOSTERING PERSONAL GROWTH, INDEPENDENCE, AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS, ENABLING THEM TO THRIVE AND REACH THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL AND LEAD FULFILLING LIVES. WE BELIEVE THAT EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO THRIVE, AND WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING THAT A REALITY FOR THOSE WE SERVE.
AWARDS:
OVERALL M/F
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD M/F IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:
0-9, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
SHIRT CUTOFF: REGISTER BY MAY 20, 2025 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THIS DATE.
AGE-BASED PRICING: 18 YEARS OLD AND UNDER REGISTRATION PRICE IS ONLY $15.00.
DISCOUNTS: LOCAL RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE.
PRE-RACE PACKET PICKUP: FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025, 4:00PM TO 7:00PM AT FLEET FEET, BELL TOWER MALL, 13499 S. CLEVELAND AVE STE 209, FORT MYERS, FL 33907
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2025, 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, BABCOCK RANCH, FOUNDERS SQUARE PAVILION, 42850 CRESCENT LOOP, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 6:30AM TO 7:15AM, PLEASE BRING A CREDIT CARD OR USE APPLE PAY TO REGISTER. REGISTRATION IS CO-LOCATED WITH PACKET PICKUP.
The race starts at 7:30AM in Founders Square and ends on the Founders Square boardwalk. Click the link for more information about Founders Square https://babcockranchliving.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Founders-Square-43
CHIP TIMING PROVIDED BY BEACH BUM TIMING [https://www.beachbumtiming.com/]
Strides for Inclusion 5K Run-Walk-Roll presented by Babcock Ranch
