FAQ
WHAT IS GLOBAL RUNNING DAY?
Global Running Day is a worldwide celebration of running that encourages everyone to get moving. Global Running Day was formerly known as National Running Day and began in the United States. The first event was in 2009. The inaugural Global Running Day was held on June 1, 2016. More than 2.5 million people from 177 countries pledged to run more than 9.2 million miles.
WHAT CHARITY DOES THE 12-HOUR RUN BENEFIT?
The race benefits RunningWorks, a grassroots nonprofit that believes in health, community and opportunity and provides wellness initiatives, life skill development, social support and case management to promote positive lifestyle habits.
Individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty are more likely to have health disparities and negative health outcomes, so RunningWorks has created a unique model of using sport, education and social support to assist Team Members (a.k.a. program participants) with their Health and Mental Wellness, with developing a Community of Support, and building bridges to increase Access and Opportunity.
For more information, visit www.RunningWorks.org or connect with RunningWorks on Facebook and Instagram.
WHAT IS A VIRTUAL RUN?
The RunningWorks 12-Hour Run is similar to a traditional running event except the participant completes it entirely on their own. There is not a required location that the event must be completed nor a mandatory time.
**For participants living in the Charlotte area, we have arranged several in-person run sites with our local partners. We encourage you to join RunningWorks staff, volunteers, community members and run clubs at one or all of the following locations:
- 8:00 am - 10:00 am: 12-Hour Run Kick Off Event - First Ward Park (301 E 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28202) hosted by RunningWorks
- 8:00 am: Firethorne 5k (1108 Firethorne Club Dr, Marvin, NC 28173) hosted by Firethorne Country Club
- 6:30 pm: NoDa Brewing Company (2921 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28206) hosted by NoDa Brewing Run Club
- 6:30 pm: Charlotte Summer Track Series - Myers Park High School Track (2558 Colony Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209) - hosted by Forward Motion and Around the Crown 10K
- 6:30 pm: Legion Brewing South Park (5610 Carnegie Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209) - hosted by Legion Brewing Run Club
- 6:30 pm: Sycamore Brewing (2161 Hawkins St, Charlotte, NC 28203) - hosted by Sycamore Brewing Run Club
HOW DOES IT WORK?
It's not about how fast you run, it's about how far you run.
Starting at 8 am on June 7, you can run or walk a distance that is comfortable for you. We understand that many of our participants have different fitness levels, so we do not require a specific distance for our run! Once you have completed your run, you can record your information on our Results page. If you decide to run or walk again later in the day, you can log your information again on the same Results page and your distances will be added together!
Remember: the run ends at 8 pm, so make sure you keep your total mileage updated on our Results page!
WHEN IS THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE?
Registration will be open through June 7-- Global Running Day-- until the end of the race at 8 pm!
HOW DO I MANAGE MY FUNDRAISING PAGE?
You must join a team while registering for the RunningWorks 12-Hour Run. Creating a team or joining a pre-existing team automatically allows you to fundraise on an individual and team level. Any funds you help to raise for RunningWorks will also automatically count towards your individual total, but also your team total. If you are unsure of which team to join, come be a part of the RunningWorks team! We are happy to have you.
To manage your individual fundraising page, go to your Profile page, click on My Registered Races, and then select "Manage Registration". On the "Manage Registration" page, you can set up your fundraiser by going to the tab labeled "Fundraiser".
Step by Step:
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Sign In to RunSignup
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Go to your Profile
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Click My Registered Races
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Click Manage next to the registration to Manage
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Click Fundraiser in the Top Menu to begin
HOW DO I SUBMIT MY RESULTS?
All participants will be asked to electronically report miles ran/walked. These miles will be displayed on our Results page on race day. You can input your mileage all at one time or in intervals throughout the day.
Reporting instructions will be communicated prior to our event, so make sure to keep an eye on your email! Email info@runningworks.org with any questions regarding your results.
HOW CAN I CONTACT THE RACE HOST IF I HAVE OTHER QUESTIONS?
Email us at Info@runningworks.org
