Description
What are your fitness plans for this holiday season?
Does staying motivated to be active and raising money for charity sound like a good idea? Then this challenge is for you!
GFWC Illinois Coal City Junior Woman's Club challenges you to set a goal to Run - Walk - or Bike a 5k, or complete 100 or 200 total miles of activity through the holiday season!
Our Club has not been able to do all of our fundraising due to covid the past couple years. Our business partners have also been hit, and were unable to donate to our organization. We have had to downsize our projects list to help offset the new reduced budget. You can imagine that breaks our heart because everything we do is so worth while. Truly, anything donated is greatly appreciated by our group of caring women!
Race Swag
Got Enough T-Shirts Already?!?
This year's event features a clear drawstring backpack.
Great for use at School, Sporting Events, Concerts, etc.
where clear backpacks are required for entry!
Your Registration Includes:
Clear Drawstring Backpack
Digital Race Bib
Online Results
Donation to GFWC's Fundraising Mission
More Info
When does the race take place? This is a virtual event, so it starts when you register! We are recommending that you complete your goal mileage within 3 months from logging your first workout, but you can start your challenge any time you choose!
Your support will directly support the charitable projects hosted by the GFWC Illinois Coal City Junior Woman's Club
This event is a celebration of community, compassion, and support of others. Stay connected to others by posting on the challenge facebook page, stay motivated to be active during the holiday season, and help others in need!
How This Works:
- Choose your Distance Goal (5K, 100 Miles, 200 Miles)
- Run your 5k or Start Logging your Workouts on the Results Page (Click Here)
- Post your progress, questions, motivation, and/or pictures on the Facebook Page (optional)
- We'll Ship your Backpack to you (packets will ship at the end of this month) or give you the option for local pickup
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Walk? YES! This is a challenge for all levels, fitness and abilities. Run, Walk, Jog, or Bike - whatever you choose!
How long do I have to complete the challenge? We are encouraging participants to complete their miles by December 31st!
Where do I enter My Results? CLICK HERE to view the results page and click the "Submit Virtual Results Button"
How Long Does it take to receive our Packets? Packets begin shipping in late October. But you can start the challenge today!
Question not Here? Others are probably asking the same thing. Send us a note using the form below and we'll get back to you ASAP!
Charity
100% of all donations and proceeds from this event benefit GFWC IL Coal City Junior Woman's Club and will go directly to the community projects we are supporting for the 2022 Holiday season. GFWC IL Coal City Junior Woman's Club was formed in 1952 and is a member of the world wide General Federation of Women's Clubs. We are a non profit 501(c)(3) volunteer organization that strives to make our community a better place by a desire to create positive change now and in the future.
These are the projects for this fall that this event is supporting:
OPERATION FAMILY
The GFWC IL Coal City Junior Woman's Club donates $25 Gift Cards to the Coal City Police Department. The Police in turn hand out the Gift Cards to people they meet in different situations during officer calls. They have the option to give them as many Gift cards as the officer deems necessary. Sometimes it's only 1 $25 Gift card, other times it's 4 Gift cards (especially if there are children involved). It is up to the officer's discretion and the need of the individuals. This is a year round project for the Coal City Juniors.
BIRTHDAY BAGS FOR CHILDREN AND WOMEN
The GFWC IL Coal City Junior Woman's Club members provide party gift bags filled with cake, frosting, birthday banner, balloons, card, plates, napkins, and all the fixings for a birthday party. For the women, the gift bags are filled with a card, bath gel, nail polish, razors, candle, and other personal feminine items. This is a year round project for the Coal City Juniors.
COMFORT BAGS FOR FIRE AND POLICE
The GFWC IL Coal City Junior Woman's Club provides a small soft security blanket and stuffed animal in sealed bags for the Coal City Fire and Police Departments. Each ambulance and patrol car is equipped with 4 bags each, 2 girl and 2 boy bags per car. If there is an emergency with a child involved, the child will receive a security blanket and animal to help ease their fear and confusion, and bring a sense of calm and security. This is a year round project for the Coal City Juniors.
Race Contact Info
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