The Last Jesse Pittman Memorial Fund 5k Run/Walk

Saturday, July 27, 2024 Past event
1:00 PM PDT
Willits, California
$10.00–$45.00 · 3 races
1km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th and final Jesse Pittman Memorial Fund 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, July 27th, 2024, in the beautiful town of Willits, Mendocino. This uplifting event honors the legacy of a true local hero, Jesse Pittman, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Afghanistan. Participants of all ages are welcome to join the 5K Run/Walk, which promises a fun-filled day with T-shirts included for each registrant. For the younger crowd, there will be a 1K Kids Fun Run for children aged 8 and under, ensuring a day of family-friendly activities.

The event kicks off at 7:30 AM with race-day registration at Recreation Grove Park, conveniently located across from the Mendocino County Museum. The 5K Run/Walk starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 10:00 AM. Runners will enjoy a scenic, flat course that culminates at Grove Park. Join us for this memorable day filled with community spirit, scholarship announcements, and an opportunity to meet this year's scholarship recipient. Your participation not only celebrates Jesse's legacy but also

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  • 5k Run/Walk

    Includes 2024 Jesse Pittman Fund T-Shirt

    This is the live, in-person 5K Run/Walk for all ages at Recreation Grove Park in Willits, CA on Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at 9:00 am Pacific Time.

    12:00 PM PDT

    $40.00

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  • Virtual 5k

    Virtual

    Includes 2024 Jesse Pittman Fund T-Shirt

    This is a Virtual 5K Run/Walk that can be completed anywhere! If you are not able to attend the race in person, you can sign up for the Virtual Run instead! You can run in your hometown, on a track, on a treadmill, or wherever you'd like and we will mail your T-shirt.

    1:00 PM PDT

    $45.00

    Entries closed
  • 1k Kids Fun Run

    Includes 2024 Jesse Pittman Fund T-Shirt

    This is a 1K Fun Run for ages 8 & under at Recreation Grove Park in Willits, CA on Saturday, July 27th, 2024 at 10:00 am Pacific Time. Registration is required.

    1:00 PM PDT

    $10.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

WELCOME TO THE 13TH AND FINAL...
JESSE PITTMAN MEMORIAL FUND 5K RUN/WALK
Saturday, July 27th, 2024
Rain or Shine!

Events:
5K Run/Walk for all ages (T-shirt included)
1K Kids Fun Run for ages 8 and under (T-shirt included)
5K Virtual Run for anyone anywhere (T-shirt and S&H included)

Timeline:
7:30 AM Race-day Registration Begins
8:30 AM Welcome & Scholarship Announcements
8:55 AM Moment of Silence & National Anthem
9:00 AM 5K Run/Walk Begins
10:00 AM 1K Kids Fun Run Begins
10:15 AM Award Ceremony, Raffle, & Pull-up Competition
10:45 AM Auction closes
11:00 AM Event closes

Race Packet pickup:
Everything will be handled on race day morning.

RACE LOCATION:
Recreation Grove Park (across the street from Mendocino County Museum)
Willits, CA 95490

Course:
The course will run along flat, paved roads. Runners will pass underneath
the Hwy 101 bypass that is dedicated to Jesse and finish at Grove Park.

ENTRY FEE FOR 5K RUN/WALK:
Early registration online or postmarked by June 30th, 2024
$35 for ages 19+, $15 for ages 13-18, $10 for ages 12 & under (includes T-shirt)

Normal registration online (closes July 24) or in-person on race day
$40 for ages 19+, $15 for ages 13-18, $10 for ages 12 & under (includes T-shirt)

*Additional T-shirts available for sale on first come / first serve basis.

Awards for 1st place Overall and Age Groups.
_It pays to be a winner!_

THE CAUSE:
The Jesse Pittman Fund honors the legacy of a local hero who died serving in Afghanistan on August 6, 2011.
All proceeds sponsor a college scholarship for Mendocino County high school students to pursue their passion for service.

THIS WILL BE THE FINAL YEAR OF THE 5K RACE, BUT THE SCHOLARSHIP IN JESSE'S HONOR WILL CONTINUE.

Join us to pay tribute to Jesse and meet this year's scholarship recipient!

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Call: 303-882-4966
email: [email protected]
mail to:
Jesse Pittman Fund, Inc.
PO Box 755
Willits, CA 95490

For more information or to make a donation, go to: www.jessepittman.org http://www.jessepittman.org

Location

Recreation Grove Park, Willits, 95490, CA, United States

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