Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Run/Walk/Bike
Saturday, November 18, 2023
Past event
12:00 AM EST (midnight)
Washington, District of Columbia
$11.60–$22.20 · 10 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, November 18, 2023, for the Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Run/Walk/Bike, a heartfelt virtual event taking place from the comfort of your own location. This meaningful event, inspired by the observance of International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, invites participants to engage in a 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon, allowing everyone to honor their loved ones while promoting awareness and support for mental health.
Whether you choose to run, walk, or bike, this event encourages you to complete your distance at your own pace and on your own schedule. Not only will you be able to celebrate your achievement by sharing your experience on social media with the hashtag #RunsForAPurpose, but you'll also be contributing to crucial non-profit organizations dedicated to suicide prevention, such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the Suicide Awareness Voices of Education. Lace up your shoes, grab your bike, or put on your walking shoes, and be part of this uplifting community event in Washington, District of Columbia. Let's come together to support one another and create a ripple of hope!
Whether you choose to run, walk, or bike, this event encourages you to complete your distance at your own pace and on your own schedule. Not only will you be able to celebrate your achievement by sharing your experience on social media with the hashtag #RunsForAPurpose, but you'll also be contributing to crucial non-profit organizations dedicated to suicide prevention, such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the Suicide Awareness Voices of Education. Lace up your shoes, grab your bike, or put on your walking shoes, and be part of this uplifting community event in Washington, District of Columbia. Let's come together to support one another and create a ripple of hope!
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Races
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5k Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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10k Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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Half Marathon Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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5k Bike
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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10k Bike
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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Half Marathon Bike
VirtualIncl. $2.20 Fee
Entries closed$22.20
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Kids 5k Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closed$11.60
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Kids 10k Run/Walk
VirtualIncl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closed$11.60
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Kids 5k Bike
VirtualIncl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closed$11.60
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Kids 10k Bike
VirtualIncl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closed$11.60
Organiser's description
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is Saturday, November 18, 2023. Join us for this virtual run/walk/bike that you can do from anywhere. When someone dies by suicide, they affect everyone who knew and loved them. For those people, grief and trauma can be especially difficult. Because the death is self-inflicted, coming to terms with the reasons and the stigma associated with it often makes it hard to grapple with, which is why they need all the support they can get.
THIS RACE BENEFITS THE FOLLOWING NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS:
* Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) http://www.save.org
* American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) http://www.afsp.org
HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN
* Register for the race
* Complete a 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon run/walk/bike at your convenience, any time, anywhere on November 18, 2023
* Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed and receive your finisher certificate.
* Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #RunsForAPurpose
* Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/291007535278380/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=107181377705279 to share photos and celebrate with other participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
* HOW DO I PRINT MY BIB?
Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
* HOW DO I PRINT MY FINISHER CERTIFICATE?
Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
* DO I HAVE TO SUBMIT MY TIME TO GET MY SWAG?
No, submitting your time is optional.
* HOW DO I TRACK MY TIME?
You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps https://www.runsforapurpose.com/blog/best-free-running-apps-for-ios-android.
* Do I have to create a team?
No, by default, registration is for individuals, but there is an option to create a team.
* HOW DO I CREATE A TEAM?
During registration, you will setup a team name. Share your team name with others so when they go to register, they look for your team name to join. Once you have 3 people on a team, you each will get a $5 refund and anyone who joins after the 3rd person will automatically get the $5 discount.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO RUN/WALK/BIKE TOGETHER?
No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk/bike at their own pace on their own time.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO DO THE SAME DISTANCE?
No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
* WHEN WILL I GET MY MEDAL AND/OR SHIRT?
Medals and shirts will start to ship mid-October through the end of the race.
THIS RACE BENEFITS THE FOLLOWING NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS:
* Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) http://www.save.org
* American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) http://www.afsp.org
HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR VIRTUAL RUN
* Register for the race
* Complete a 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon run/walk/bike at your convenience, any time, anywhere on November 18, 2023
* Submit your time (optional) to see how you placed and receive your finisher certificate.
* Celebrate your accomplishment by sharing on social media! #RunsForAPurpose
* Feel free to join the Virtual Runs for a Purpose Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/291007535278380/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=107181377705279 to share photos and celebrate with other participants.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
* HOW DO I PRINT MY BIB?
Once you register, go to your profile page and scroll down to the event listed. On the right, click "View Digital Bib"
* HOW DO I PRINT MY FINISHER CERTIFICATE?
Once you submit your time after completing the race, there will be an option to print your finisher certificate.
* DO I HAVE TO SUBMIT MY TIME TO GET MY SWAG?
No, submitting your time is optional.
* HOW DO I TRACK MY TIME?
You can use any time tracking app available in the app store. Here is a list of the top 10 apps https://www.runsforapurpose.com/blog/best-free-running-apps-for-ios-android.
* Do I have to create a team?
No, by default, registration is for individuals, but there is an option to create a team.
* HOW DO I CREATE A TEAM?
During registration, you will setup a team name. Share your team name with others so when they go to register, they look for your team name to join. Once you have 3 people on a team, you each will get a $5 refund and anyone who joins after the 3rd person will automatically get the $5 discount.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO RUN/WALK/BIKE TOGETHER?
No, that is the great part about a virtual race! Each team member can run/walk/bike at their own pace on their own time.
* DO ALL TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO DO THE SAME DISTANCE?
No, each team member can choose to do their own distance.
* WHEN WILL I GET MY MEDAL AND/OR SHIRT?
Medals and shirts will start to ship mid-October through the end of the race.
Location
Virtual Race, Run from anywhere, 20036, DC, United States
Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Run/Walk/Bike
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