Sunflower Freedom Run for Ukraine 5k Virtual Run/Walk Challenge
Thursday, August 24 – Sunday, September 24, 2023
Past event
3:00 AM PDT
Seattle, Washington
$27.50–$32.80 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join the Sunflower Freedom Run for Ukraine, a 5K Virtual Run/Walk Challenge, taking place from August 24th to September 24th, 2023, in Seattle, King. This inspiring event coincides with Ukraine Independence Day, encouraging participants to move for a noble cause: providing essential medical and lifesaving support to those affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Choose between a 5K virtual run or walk, with the option to receive a beautiful medal crafted in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, a symbol of resilience and bravery amidst challenges. Participants from around the globe can run, walk, or stroll wherever they please, making it a truly inclusive experience. For every mile logged, an additional donation of $0.50 will contribute to the goal of purchasing 500 tourniquets for Ukraine, with a cap of $3,500. So lace up your shoes, wear blue and yellow, and post on social media with the hashtag #sunflowerfreedomrun to show your support! Together, we can make a difference while celebrating the spirit of freedom and unity!
Choose between a 5K virtual run or walk, with the option to receive a beautiful medal crafted in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, a symbol of resilience and bravery amidst challenges. Participants from around the globe can run, walk, or stroll wherever they please, making it a truly inclusive experience. For every mile logged, an additional donation of $0.50 will contribute to the goal of purchasing 500 tourniquets for Ukraine, with a cap of $3,500. So lace up your shoes, wear blue and yellow, and post on social media with the hashtag #sunflowerfreedomrun to show your support! Together, we can make a difference while celebrating the spirit of freedom and unity!
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Races
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Virtual Run/Walk Challenge 5k with Medal
VirtualIncl. $2.80 Fee & Virtual Challenge Medal One Size
Includes medal made in Ukraine. Shipping available to USA, Canada and Ukraine
Entries closedThursday, Aug 24, 2023
$32.80
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Virtual Run/Walk Challenge 5k no Medal
VirtualIncl. $2.50 Fee
No medal. 100% goes towards aid for Ukraine.
Entries closedThursday, Aug 24, 2023
$27.50
Organiser's description
SUNFLOWER FREEDOM RUN FOR UKRAINE 5K VIRTUAL RUN/WALK CHALLENGE
Ukraine has been fighting for its freedom and democracy more than a year. During this hard battle there is a constant need of medical and lifesaving aid. SUNFLOWER FREEDOM RUN FOR UKRAINE event aims to provide much-needed medical and lifesaving support.
AUGUST 24TH IS UKRAINE INDEPENDENCE DAY and start of our virtual challenge. From August 24 till September 23 keep moving for Ukraine!
1. You may choose from
* 5K Virtual Run/Walk with medal, shipping to USA, Canada and Ukraine
* 5K Virtual Run/Walk no medal, more goes to help Ukraine
Medals are made in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. Despite often heavy missile attacks craftsmen keep resisting and carry on with work. Beside being beautiful medals are true sign of bravery.
International participation is encouraged! Because this race is virtual, you can run, walk or stroll anywhere in the world with friends, family or solo.
2. Optionally you may choose to donate additional amount that will go towards our goal purchasing 500 tourniquets for Ukraine. You may also choose to become a fundraiser yourself and help us reach our goal faster.
3. Starting Thursday, August 24th, log your miles as you move.
6993 km is the length of Ukrainian border. Let's run this distance together. For every logged mile there will be additional donation of $0.50, cap is $3500. Every donation goes towards providing much needed medical and lifesaving aid.
4. Post on social media with the hashtag #sunflowerfreedomrun wearing blue and yellow and tag @uds_seattle https://www.instagram.com/uds_seattle.
CHARITY: 100% donations will benefit Ukraine Defense Support - a registered non-profit organization dedicated to providing critical aid to Ukraine, started by U.S. vet Carl Larson. You can find monthly reports and more details at www.ukrainedefensesupport.org http://www.ukrainedefensesupport.org, where theres also an option to sign up for updates via the newsletter https://ukrainedefensesupport.org/signup.
Ukraine has been fighting for its freedom and democracy more than a year. During this hard battle there is a constant need of medical and lifesaving aid. SUNFLOWER FREEDOM RUN FOR UKRAINE event aims to provide much-needed medical and lifesaving support.
AUGUST 24TH IS UKRAINE INDEPENDENCE DAY and start of our virtual challenge. From August 24 till September 23 keep moving for Ukraine!
1. You may choose from
* 5K Virtual Run/Walk with medal, shipping to USA, Canada and Ukraine
* 5K Virtual Run/Walk no medal, more goes to help Ukraine
Medals are made in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. Despite often heavy missile attacks craftsmen keep resisting and carry on with work. Beside being beautiful medals are true sign of bravery.
International participation is encouraged! Because this race is virtual, you can run, walk or stroll anywhere in the world with friends, family or solo.
2. Optionally you may choose to donate additional amount that will go towards our goal purchasing 500 tourniquets for Ukraine. You may also choose to become a fundraiser yourself and help us reach our goal faster.
3. Starting Thursday, August 24th, log your miles as you move.
6993 km is the length of Ukrainian border. Let's run this distance together. For every logged mile there will be additional donation of $0.50, cap is $3500. Every donation goes towards providing much needed medical and lifesaving aid.
4. Post on social media with the hashtag #sunflowerfreedomrun wearing blue and yellow and tag @uds_seattle https://www.instagram.com/uds_seattle.
CHARITY: 100% donations will benefit Ukraine Defense Support - a registered non-profit organization dedicated to providing critical aid to Ukraine, started by U.S. vet Carl Larson. You can find monthly reports and more details at www.ukrainedefensesupport.org http://www.ukrainedefensesupport.org, where theres also an option to sign up for updates via the newsletter https://ukrainedefensesupport.org/signup.
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Sunflower Freedom Run for Ukraine 5k Virtual Run/Walk Challenge
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