Virtual Ostomy 5k - Worldwide

  • Date Sat 19th October 2024
  • Time 7:00AM EST
  • Location Biddeford, Maine
  • Price $9.00 - $34.00
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join the celebration for the 10th Anniversary of the Virtual Ostomy 5K on Saturday, October 19, 2024! This uplifting worldwide event encourages participants to run, walk, roll, or pedal a 5K (3.1 miles) from their favorite location, whether it's the local park, a treadmill at home, or anywhere that inspires movement. Based in Biddeford, York, this event is dedicated to raising awareness and support for the ostomy community, with all proceeds benefiting the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc.

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues to join in this meaningful occasion, and donโ€™t forget to register before September 15th to secure your spot and receive a commemorative T-shirt and bib. As you participate, you can also create or join a team, fostering community spirit while promoting awareness of ostomy health. Letโ€™s make this milestone event a memorable oneโ€”run for resilience, share your journey on social media, and help empower the ostomy community!

Organiser's Description

_JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE OUR 10TH ANNIVERSARY!_

We hope you will join us on Saturday, October 5, 2024 for Ostomy Awareness Day with your own 5k at your favorite place to run, walk, roll or pedal! You can even stay home and run or walk on your treadmill! This is also UOAA's 10th Anniversary of offering our Virtual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k. Gather your friends, family, colleagues and/or fellow ASG Members and help us celebrate this milestone. All proceeds benefit United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA) charity, a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible. (https://www.ostomy.org/) [https://www.ostomy.org/%29]



_DON'T DELAY - REGISTER TODAY! _



_REGISTERATION CLOSES ON SEPT. 15TH AT MIDNIGHT EASTERN TIME!_

Your Registration Fee of $34.00 includes a unisex adult or youth size T-Shirt and Bib. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH AT MIDNIGHT EASTERN TIME. PLEASE NOTE T-SHIRT SIZES AND AVAILABILITY ARE NO LONGER GUARANTEED.



_REGISTERING FOR THE BIB ONLY? _ If so, please register by _WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH BY NOON_ to ensure the Bib is mailed to you. After September 25th a Bib will be _E-MAILED_ to you. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4TH AT 12 NOON EASTERN TIME to ensure a Bib can be e-mailed to you by October 5th.



_CREATE OR JOIN A RACE GROUP/TEAM! _

Once youve registered you also have the option to CREATE A NEW RACE GROUP/TEAM OR TO JOIN ONE thats already been established. THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO GET OTHERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY TO REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE RUN and compete against each other. Invite family, friends, co-workers to Register, join your Race Group/Team (or start their own), order their T-Shirt & Bib and celebrate the day with you! (Please note this is NOT a Team Fundraiser. To set up a Personal or Team Fundraiser, please go to the DONATE button.)



_FUNDRAISING_

_RAISE $125 OR MORE AND YOUR REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE REFUNDED!_

Fundraising is an important aspect of our Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K. Funds raised help UOAA continue to provide resources, educational materials, advocacy and support to the ostomy and continent diversion community.



We invite you to set up your own Personal or Team Fundraiser when registering to participate in the event, or through our DONATE button at the top of this page. You can create a unique Fundraiser Name and URL address, personalize your fundraising message, and direct your friends and family to your page to join your team or sponsor you in your fundraising goal.



_FUNDRAISING INCENTIVES_

Your commitment to fundraise and support the ostomy and continent diversion community is no small endeavor, and we appreciate your dedication and hard work.

DIAMOND SUITFUNDRAISING LEVEL - EMPOWER: $200+ IN FUNDRAISING INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A TEAM CAPTAIN.

DIAMOND SUITFUNDRAISING AWARD: THE ENERGETIC STAINLESS-STEEL VACUUM 33 OZ WATER BOTTLE



DIAMOND SUITFUNDRAISING LEVEL - CHAMPION: $400+ IN FUNDRAISING INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A TEAM CAPTAIN

DIAMOND SUITFUNDRAISING AWARD: THE VIKING TARPAULIN BACKPACK COOLER

THE CHAMPION LEVEL FUNDRAISERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE THE EMPOWER LEVEL FUNDRAISING AWARD.



_DONATIONS_

United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports, empowers and advocates for the estimated 725,000 to 1 Million people who are living with an ostomy or continent diversion across the country. Your generous donation helps us to raise awareness of this life-saving surgery and to continue our mission of promoting their quality of life through information, support, advocacy and collaboration. To make a Donation or start a Fundraising Team, please click on the "DONATE" Button at the top of this page.



_RUN REFERRAL PROGRAM_

Invite 5 other people to register and participate in the Run with you and you will be refunded $20 on _YOUR _registration! Simply share your unique referral link found on your registration confirmation page (email) _"REMEMBER TO INVITE YOUR FRIENDS WITH YOUR SPECIAL URL HTTPS:// ..." _The referral program is valid for all in-person run locations and the virtual event so even if they cannot join you where you are, they can still celebrate from afar!



_CELEBRATE THE DAY!_

diamond suit Run, walk, roll or pedal a 5k (3.1 miles) route of your choice near you. Ask your family and friends to join you and create your own group or mini-event. You can even run/walk on a treadmill or ride a stationary bike to reach your goal!

diamond suit Share your success! Take pictures of yourself doing your virtual race and email them to us or tag us on Facebook or Instagram.

diamond suit Promote ostomy awareness and education to your family, friends and community on Ostomy Awareness Day. Post your experience to both UOAA's Facebook page and the _Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k _Facebook page!

diamond suit Hashtag your photos _#RUNFORRESILIENCE_ and _#OSTOMYAWARENESS_ we may share on UOAA's pages on Twitter or Instagram.

Races

  • Virtual Ostomy 5k - T-Shirt & Bib

    Incl. T-Shirt Size & Availability Not Guaranteed After September 6th

    $34.00

    CLOSED
    We are excited that you will be walking, running, rolling or pedaling with us! Don't delay, register today! Registration will close at least 10 days prior to the event so you will receive your t-shirt and bib in time for Ostomy Awareness Day, October 5th!
  • Virtual Ostomy 5k - Bib Only

    $9.00

    CLOSED
    We are excited that you will be walking, running, rolling or pedaling with us! Order by September 25th to receive your Race Bib by mail. If you register after September 27th at Noon Eastern Time, your Bib will be e-mailed to you.
  • Southeast Region WOCN Conference 2024 - Open to Conference Attendees Only

    Incl. Register Before July 31st

    Thu 22nd August 2024 (8:00AM EDT)

    $22.00

    CLOSED
    This event is only open to those attending the Southeast Region WOCN Conference 2024 in Chattanooga, TN on August 22-24, 2024. Use your fitness watch or fitness app to track your steps during the conference and support the ostomy community! A Special Edition SER WOCN T-shirt will be available to those who have registered. Please go to UOAA's Booth in the Exhibit Hall to pick up your T-Shirt. There will be awards for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place finishers. Join the team on Strava and download the app to track your steps! https://www.strava.com/clubs/SERWOCN To ensure you receive your preferred t-shirt size and availability, please complete your registration by July 31st.
  • Central Florida Ostomy Awareness Day Celebration & Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k

    Incl. T-Shirt Size Not Guaranteed After September 6th

    Sat 5th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $34.00

    CLOSED
    Celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day with the LDS Team in Central Florida (Lake Mary). This will be an in-person event. Following the walk/run, there will be breakfast & snacks as well as social time.
  • Phoenix, AZ Ostomy Awareness Day Celebration & Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k - OCTOBER 19th!

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 19th October 2024 (7:00AM EDT)

    $34.00

    CLOSED
    The Phoenix, Arizona Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in celebration of Ostomy Awareness Day. *Race Day Schedule* 7:00am - 7:45am. Registration/Packet Pick-up 8:00am - 5K Run/Walk 9:30am - Celebration The run will take place on the Arizona Canal behind OHSO Eatery, 4900 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ. The route will proceed east along the canal, past Waterfall Park and return to OHSO Eatery where it the walk/run will end, and we will begin our celebration! There is ample parking at the restaurant.

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