The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health - Brain Health Hustle

  • Date Sun 10th January 2027
  • Time 7:30AM EST
  • Location Boca Raton, Florida
  • Price $38.10 - $48.70
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an inspiring and lively day at the Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health - Brain Health Hustle on Sunday, January 10th, 2027! This exciting event will take place at South County Regional Park in beautiful Boca Raton, Palm Beach, kicking off at 7:30 AM. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K distance, and this year introduces a fun 1-mile dog walk, making it a perfect outing for families and pet lovers alike.

Join us as we come together to raise critical awareness and funds for the prevention and research of children's genetic diseases of the brain. With a mission that has already generated over $3 million for essential projects, your participation will help pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in healthcare and education. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of this meaningful cause, where every step brings us closer to a cure. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a way to support this noble cause, your presence will make a difference!

Organiser's Description

THE MATHEW FORBES ROMER FOUNDATION 5K FOR BRAIN HEALTH

BRAIN HEALTH HUSTLE

SUNDAY JANUARY 10TH, 2027 SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK IN WESTERN BOCA RATON 7:30 AM START. ( AMPHITHEATER: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33498 )

TIMING BY ACCUCHIP TIMING

OUR MISSION: THE MATHEW FORBES ROMER FOUNDATIONS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE AND LEAD CRITICAL AWARENESS, TESTING, COUNSELING, AND RESEARCH INITIATIVES THAT HOLD PROMISE FOR THE PREVENTION AND EVENTUAL CURE OF FATAL CHILDRENS GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN.

MFRF HAS PROVIDED LEADERSHIP AND RAISED OVER $3 MILLION OF FUNDING FOR PROJECTS SPANNING ITS MISSION AND VISION ACROSS THREE PILLARS: RESEARCH OF TREATMENTS AND CURES, EDUCATION AND GENETIC SCREENING, AND CARE THROUGH NURSING SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.

MFRF HAS CELEBRATED WONDERFUL PROGRESS IN GENE THERAPY PATIENT TRIALS, EDUCATION, AND GENETIC TESTING FOR MANY AFFECTED CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH FATAL GENETIC DISEASES OF THE BRAIN. STILL, THERE IS SO MUCH MORE TO DO, INCLUDING EARLIER DETECTION AND EXPANDING TREATMENT AVAILABILITY.

SO ON JANUARY 10TH 2027 WE WILL RUN AND WALK TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS AS WELL AS MUCH NEEDED FUNDS FOR THIS PROJECT.

COME JOIN US AND BE A PART OF THE CURE!

NEW FOR 2027, 1 MILE DOG WALK. THIS IS A WALK ONLY, IT'S NOT A TIMED EVENT. YOU WILL HAVE YOUR OWN START AND FINISH SEPERATE FORM THE RUNNERS. THE RULES OF THE EVENT ARE BELOW AND IN THE QUESTION SECTION WHEN YOU REGISTER.

THE SLEEP IN OPTION IS FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO WANT TO SUPPORT THE CHARITY BUT CAN'T ATTEND THE ACTUAL EVENT! YOUR SHIRT AND FINISHER MEDAL WILL BE MAILED TO YOU! IT'S THE HONOR SYSTEM TO DO THE 5K AT SOME POINT. THIS OPTION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AWARDS! YOU DON'T NEED TO SUBMIT YOUR TIME.

SHIRTS: SHIRTS WILL BE A DRY-FIT TYPE SHIRT.

AWARDS: AWARDS WILL BE M/F OVERALL, M/F UNDER 10, 10-14, 15-19 & THEN 10 YEAR GROUPS TO 80+

PACKET PICK UP: WILL BE AT RUNNERS EDGE UNTIL SATURDAY JAN 9TH AT NOON START DATE TBD...CHECK BACK
RUNNER'S EDGE: 3195 N. FEDERAL HWY, BOCA RATON - 561-361-1950
STORE HOURS. MONDAY - FRIDAY 10-6, THURSDAY 10-7, SATURDAY 10-5 OR SUNDAY 11-4
YOU CAN ALSO PICK UP YOUR STUFF RACE MORNING AT THE EVENT STARTING AT 6:30-7:10AM.
YOU CAN PICK UP BIBS FOR THE OTHER PEOPLE IN YOUR GROUP, AS WELL!

WEBSITE: HTTPS://MFRFOUNDATION.ORG/

PARKING: THERE IS PLENTY OF FREE PARKING AT THE AMPHITHEATER, USE THIS ADDRESS FOR GPS DIRECTIONS: 20405 AMPHITHEATER CIRCLE, WEST BOCA RATON

Races

  • The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 10th January 2027 (7:30AM EST)

    $38.10

    Dogs are not allowed in this event, they may participate in the walk event only!
  • The Mathew Forbes Romer Foundation 5K for Brain Health - Sleep in Option Zzzzzz!

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    $43.40

  • Dog 1 Mile-Ish WALK With Your Handler

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 10th January 2027 (7:32AM EST)

    $48.70

    The registration is for 1 dog and 1 walker. Each dog mush be accompanied by a human adult handler. Additional adults can register for the run category and then walk with the other adult and dog. Additional requirements are covered in the event questions during registration. This event is strictly a walk.

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Location

South County Regional Park, 12251 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, 33498, FL, United States

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