Hope & Harmony - 5K Run/Walk

Where?
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA,

When?
Sat, 02/27/2010

Event Website: http://www.ochopeandharmony.com/

Event Details:

The Hope & Harmony Run/Walk invites runners and walkers from every background to participate in support of a cause that matters to us all: Improving and enhancing quality of life for cancer patients and their families. Because cancer doesn't discriminate, we challenge everyone to come together in a show of hope and support that promotes healthy activity and encourages positive interaction.

Hosted by Beckstrand Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Hope & Harmony Run/Walk benefits programs that provide direct assistance to local patients whose diagnosis has resulted in financial burden. These programs help with day-to-day basic needs, such as rent/mortgage, food, gas/transportation, utilities, health insurance premiums, medical co-payments and prescriptions. The programs support families from all ethnic backgrounds located throughout Orange County. Since 1974, the Foundation has served as a resource for the cancer community, alleviating the financial burden of the disease so that patients can focus on treatment and recovery. Learn more about Beckstrand Cancer Foundation by visitingwww.beckstrand.org.

Runners and walkers can participate as individuals or as teams in the 5k race. Kids can participate as individuals or as teams in the 1-mile race. All races will be timed and winners will be announced. We'll also host a fun, family-friendly activity space and winners circle as a thank you to each of our participants. Other highlights include:

  • Pre- and post-event race activities, including the Runner's Expo and Winner's Circle
  • Electronic timing and custom designed technical race shirts
  • Great food from local vendors in the Food Village
  • Music, warm-up activities and a fun race atmosphere

Can't be there but wish you could? Consider participating as a Phantom Runner. Make your donation and we'll send you a Hope & Harmony t-shirt and include your name as an event supporter.

 

12 tips

  1. Learn all you can about cancer and Beckstrand Cancer Foundation by visiting www.beckstrand.org.
  2. Set up an individual or team fundraising page.
  3. Ask your parent or employer to match the funds you raise.
  4. Ask everyone for pledges: your friends, family, coworkers, doctor, dentist, etc.
  5. Send letters and emails to long-distance friends and acquaintances to get them involved.
  6. Plan a special event and charge admission (think poker night, bake sale, car wash).
  7. Ask your local fire department to pass the boot/hat and take up a collection.
  8. Make pledge requests at your next networking or club meeting.
  9. Skip the morning coffee and save the spare change.
  10. Put a change jar on your desk and ask coworkers to contribute on payday.
  11. Team up with a local sorority or fraternity.
  12. Share your talents in exchange for a donation (think haircuts, dog walking, babysitting).


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