YWCA Princeton Stand Against Racism Virtual Run/Walk - July 27 - August 10

In 2008 YWCA Princeton founded Stand Against Racism, an educational workshop series and rally which has expanded into year round anti-racism programming. This past April, our annual 5k was cancelled due to COVID-19. Join us for our first VIRTUAL RUN/ WALK to support the anti-racist programming we offer year-round at YWCA Princeton, as welll as our programs and services which are designed in service of our mission - to Eliminate Racism and Empower Women.  Read more about our work at www.ywcaprinceton.org. 

Distance: You choose. 1k, 5k, more?  Set a challenge for yourself!  

Cost: There is a minimum fundraising goal of $100. Upon registering you will get your own fundraising page which will allow you to collect donations. Upon registering, you will be asked for a credit card, which will be charged for the balance of funds not raised on the last day (August 10th).  

Day/ Time: Walking/ Running can take place any time from Monday July 27th - Monday August 10th.  You can enter your distance all at once or on multiple days.

Teams:  Individuals may form or join teams if they wish. Before doing so, each individual must be registered as a runner/walker. The $100 fundraising minimum per person still applies.

Kick Off Event: Monday July 27th - Will be virtual. Registrants will receive a link via email.

Awards: Will be presented at a virtual ceremony for top fundraiser, best activist, and furthest distance . Registrants will receive a link via email for our virtual awards ceremony on Tuesday, August 11th.

Giveaway: Runners/Walkers registering before Thursday, July 9th at 11:59pm are guaranteed to receive a complimentary t-shirt!

Safety: We recommend being mindful of temperature and choosing to walk in the morning or evening when the temperature is cooler.  Please talk to your doctor before beginning any new exercise regime. Read more about exercising safely in the summer here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/exercise/art-20048167 

Can't participate, but want to donate?  Click the Donate button at the top of this screen  - or - donate here: www.ywcaprinceton.org/donate 

Don't want to walk/run, but want to fundraise for this cause?  Click the Donate button on the ribbon menu at the top of this screen, then choose Become a Fundraiser.