All proceeds go to support Stephen's Purpose. This is the first year for the 3.1 mile race in honor of Robert Stephen Gilmore and to raise monies to benefit children who may experience cancer or developmental delays. This race will benefit children and families in need in our community. Robert always loved giving back and doing for others, and this is a way to continue this in his honor.

Race Location: Knox Middle School - 1625 Park Road West, Salisbury, NC 28144 - Take I-85 to Salisbury Exit #76 toward downtown. Follow Innes Street straight through town to Mahaley Ave (approx 2.5 miles). Turn right on Mahaley Avenue, then go 0.4 miles to Park Rd. Turn left on Park Rd. Knox Middle School will be on your left.

Course: Mostly Flat, Scenic Course! See course map below. Dogs are not allowed on the course with participants. Thank you for your cooperation.

Start Times: 5K 8:30AM | Fun Run 9:30AM

Race Day Registration: 7:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. on site near start/finish - to the left of Knox Middle School

Awards (participants must complete race to receive an award - walkers are eligible for age group awards!):
Top Three Overall—Male and Female in 5K (Overall winners not eligible for Age Group Awards & Awards will not be mailed)
Top Three in Each Age Group—Male and Female in 5K
Top Three Overall in Fun Run (ages 10 & under)
Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over

Short-Sleeve T-Shirts for preregistered runners and will be available to registrants on race day while supplies last.

Entry Fee for 5K: $25 preregistration (by 9-1-23); $30 race day (7:30 – 8:15 a.m.)

Entry Fee for Fun Run (ages 10 & under): $10 preregistration & race day - 1/2 mile run

Facilities: Bathrooms available at Horizons Unlimited building behind Knox Middle School.

For more information contact Jill Debose (704) 210-4066, Christal McRae (980) 234-6419, or Ed Brown (704) 232-4100

Timing and scoring of the event will be provided by Salisbury Rowan Runners.