2012 5K Run/Walk for Children, Rockland County!

Individuals, families, businesses and organizations will step up to prevent child abuse on July 21st, by taking part in the 2012 Run/Walk for Children, Rockland County, an event designed to honor kids! This event will feature a 5K Run, 5K Walk  as well as a Fun Run for Children. Prizes will be given to the top runners in each age category, to the top 3 walkers and to the participant that collects the most donations. Food and refreshments will be provided.

A special thanks to: The Village of Airmont, The Ramapo Police Department, The Ramapo Central School District and the Ramapo Valley Ambulance Corp for all their hard work and support of support of this event.

When:
July 21, 2012 (Rain or Shine!)
Check in: 8 a.m., 5K Run Race kicks off at 9 a.m., 5K walk kicks off at 9:05 a.m. and Fun Run for Children will follow the Run/Walk Race. (approx 10 a.m.) 
The Walk/Run will start and finish at Cherry Lane Elementary School
1 Heather Drive
Suffern, NY 10901

Organized By:
Renee Pereira-Jersey, 845-357-1767, safechildrenrockland@yahoo.com

Join us for an event for the whole family to support safe and happy childhoods for all of New York's children. You can walk individually or you can organize a team of family, friends, or co-workers.

Every step you take and every dollar you raise helps to fund child abuse prevention programs! A portion of the funds raised will be donated to a Rockland County children's charity.

Register for the 5k Run/Walk for Children, Rockland County


How do you participate in the 2012 5k Run/Walk for Children, Rockland County?

1. Register. Entry fee is $20 for participants ages 13 and older. Children 12 and under are free but do need to register. You can register chilren 12 and under when you register yourself by signing them up as guests. Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt and children 12 and under will also receive a race t-shirt. Race day registration available.

2. Get sponsors. A great first step in getting sponsors is to create your own personal fundraising page. Our Walker Fundraising Handbook includes many terrific fundraising ideas. Please contact the walk organizers if you would like some collection envelopes for your sponsorship money.

3. Run! or Walk! Check in at the Cherry Lane Elementary School at 8 a.m. on July 21st. The run will begin at 9 a.m., and the walk will begin at 9:05 a.m. rain or shine.