Events
Place
8600 McDonogh Road
Owings Mills, MD US 21117
Description
The 1st Annual Strides for Strength 5K and Fun Run will be held at McDonogh School with all proceeds benefiting Giving Strength Inc and our mission to fund research grants and build awareness for the rare congenital muscular dystrophy, SELENON Related Myopathy. This rare disease mainly impacts neck and core muscle weakness, causing rigid spine, scoliosis and reduced respiratory function. Every dollar raised is so impactful for those navigating SELENON and will go directly to the top researchers in the world. Let’s get those strides in and build strength for those suffering!
Race Information
5K PRICING (7&up):
- $45 through July 4th
- $50 July 5 - August 3
- $55 August 4 - Race Day
- Accepting Registrations at the Race
FUN RUN PRICING (All Ages)
- $11
- A lap around the track!
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
5K Participants: Race registration includes a custom Strides for Strength T-shirt, race bib and finisher medal. Each bib will also include one ticket at the concession stand. Plus, a portion of your fee will go directly to SELENON research.
Fun Run Participants: Join us for one lap around the track! Race registration includes a custom Strides for Strength T-shirt and bubble wand for kids.
Post Race Celebration will be held at the finish line. Music, snacks & fun for the whole family!
PACKET PICK UP:
All packets can be picked up the day of the race 8:00-9:15 AM.
COURSE:
- The 5K race will start promptly at 9:30 AM.
- Fun Run will begin shortly after all 5K participants have moved through the starting line.
- The course will run through the beautiful McDonogh School campus with a 1/2 kilometer section on packed gravel by the stadium.
- Note: Pets are not permitted at the race. Strollers and wheeled devices are permitted, but we ask that you line up at the back of the race group for safety. If running, we strongly recommend strollers for uneven terrain through the 1/2 kilometer on packed gravel. If walking, any stroller will go through with ease (photos below)
5K AWARDS:
- Overall Male top finisher
- Overall Female top finisher
- Overall top finisher in each age group
Age Groups: 7-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Note: Those participating in the Fun Run will receive a T-shirt. Fun Run will not be timed and is for fun!
Sponsorship Opportunities
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Finn was diagnosed with SELENON in 2020 at the age of 14 months old. To honor him, the sponsorship package levels are named after all of his favorite things! We truly appreciate your support and excitement to partner with us.
“Everybody Dance Now” By C+C Music Factory - $5000
- Logo prominently on Event T-shirt
- Logo on prominently Event Website
- Logo on Event Registration Signage
- Logo recognition on race signage at mile markers 1, 2, or 3
- Name mentioned as sponsor at race day opening remarks
- 1 Social Media Promotion Post and inclusion in 1 post-race social media post
- Logo displayed in post-race email communications
- 8 free race registrations
Trains - $2500
- Logo on Event T-shirt
- Logo on Event Website
- 1 Social Media Promotion Post (Group)
- Recognition as a sponsor on race day signage at mile markers 1, 2, or 3
- Name recognition in post-race email communications
- 4 free race registrations
The Beach - $1000
- Logo on Event T-Shirt
- Logo on Event Website
- 1 Social Media Promotion Post (Group)
- Recognition as a sponsor on race day signage
- Name recognition in post-race email communications
- 2 free race registrations
Fireflies - $500
- Logo on Event T-Shirt
- Logo on Event Website
- 1 Social Media Promotion Post (Group)
- Name recognition in post-race email communications
Puppies - $250
- Logo on Event Website
- 1 Social Media Promotion Post (Group)
Please visit the sponsorship link HERE. For more information on sponsorship, email info@givingstrengthinc.org
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.givingstrengthinc.org/stridesforstrength.
Race Contact Info
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