Plans are ramping up for the inaugural Blue Crab Fun Run 5K, an event that Hospice of the Chesapeake hopes will become an annual Charles County tradition. Reuben B. Collins, II, Esq., President of the Charles County Board of Commissioners, will be cheering on the runners and walkers at the starting line as the event’s Grand Marshal.
Along with the commitment of esteemed community health partner, the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, Hospice of the Chesapeake is honored that longtime Charles County supporter Waldorf Toyota has signed on as the Finish Line sponsor. Other sponsors include Cedar Point Federal Credit Union at the Champion level; John and Terri Hussman at the Pace level; Mutual of Omaha at the Stride level; Jan Kleponis at O’Brien Realty ERA Powered at the Training level; and American Radiology Services and Gameday Men’s Health Waldorf at the Warm Up level.
Local support also comes from water station underwriter Trollinger Law and event partners Cha’Artistry, LLC; KNC Marketing, Inc.; Kona Ice; Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers; and Waldorf Lions Club.
The family-friendly 5K will take place 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Drive, Waldorf, Maryland. It welcomes participants of all ages, whether you’re a competitive or amateur runner, a casual jogger, a walker or part of a team. There also will be a 1K for Kids for children ages 8 and younger accompanied by their adults.
People can register as individuals or as a team: Let your spirit shine and be creative with fun attire. Participants also can register to run in memory of a loved one. Create and wear a shirt in their honor. When everyone returns to the stadium, there will be plenty of reasons to stick around with the post-race party that includes music, local food trucks and vendors, and fun activities for the kids.
Taking part in all the fun ensures this local not-for-profit can continue to provide supportive, hospice and grief care for all who are experiencing serious illness and loss in Charles County. All proceeds will benefit patients and families in Charles County.
The cost is $40 per participant in advance or $55 on the day of the event. Entry fees for both the 5K and the 1K include T-shirt, bib, medal, hydration stations and post-race party.
To register, visit https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/blue-crab-run/.
For sponsorship and underwriting opportunities, contact the events team at 443-837-1531 or events@hospicechesapeake.org.
