Events
Place
921 Buffaloe Road
Garner, NC US 27529
Description
Race Description/Details:
The North Carolina Victim Assistance Network (NCVAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1986 and is the only statewide agency dedicated to serving loved ones of homicide victims and others harmed by violent crime. Join our 12th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run Remembering Victims of Homicide and show your support of loved ones of homicide victims all across North Carolina. This is a timed event for competitive participants and also a walk for those who want to support NCVAN's mission at their own pace. We welcome community members in North Carolina to show their support of crime victims and survivors by participating in this annual event in Garner or virtually in their own hometowns. We welcome fundraising teams and invite our allied professionals to show your support.
Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:
5K (includes a t-shirt)
$25 registration fee through August 31st
$30 registration fee as of September 1st
In order to join a team, you must be a registered runner for the event.
Awards/Categories:
Top Overall
Top Male & Female age group awards - 12& under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Top Fundraiser Team (This award will go to the team that raises the most $.)
Course:
Certified 5K around Lake Benson and White Deer Park
Course Map
Race Contact Info
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Virtual Event Info & FAQ
VIRTUAL RUN
We will be offering a virtual run in addition to the normal in-person event.
How it Works
Sign up here (use the Sign Up button at the top of the page).
Print out your digital bib (from your Runsignup profile page) if you'd like.
Download the RaceJoy app for the best race experience.
Run your race at a place of your choosing (including a treadmill) before the deadline. If you use RaceJoy, it will automatically submit your results. If not, go to the results page and submit your time.
Virtual Race FAQs
What is a virtual run?
A virtual race is an event where you sign up and participate on a course of your choosing (or a treadmill). This is a great opportunity to work towards your running goals, stay healthy, and support a great cause!
The event will feature a leaderboard so you can still see how you stack up against your fellow competitors!
Where do I run?
You can run at a course of your choosing, including on a treadmill.
When do I run?
You can run (or walk) anytime on September 21-23, 2024.
Will this race be timed?
The virtual run will not be officially timed, but by using the RaceJoy app, you can receive a GPS-based time which will automatically submit your time for you. There will be an online leaderboard showing everyone's times.
How do I post my results?
The easiest way is to use RaceJoy during the race! If you choose not to use RaceJoy, then you can visit the results page and click the "Submit Virtual Results" link at the top of the page.
When/how will I get my swag?
Swag will be shipped out directly to your address early in the week of September 23.
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the NCVAN 12th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Directions
Race Participant Survey
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