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Rome, GA 5K 8:00am 1Mi. 8:50am
Please join us for the Inaugural "Run for Freedom 5K /1M Health Walk!" The race will be held Sat., April 13th at 8:00 AM and will serve to raise funds in support of Heart's Cry Ministry.
Hearts Cry Ministry is a Christ-centered, long-term residential restoration program for victims coming out of sexual abuse & trauma. With Heart’s Cry’s recently opened drop-in house for homeless or displaced women, we are able to provide a safe place for them to shower, wash clothes, take a nap, enjoy a hot meal, pick up snacks & hydration, express their needs, and receive mentorship.
The 5K is a USATF-certified course [GA21022WC] and is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
OUR MISSION: To provide a safe environment for the mental, physical, and spiritual healing of sexual abuse victims.
Race Registration Fees:
*$30 5K Pre-Registration Entry Fee / $40 Day of Race
*$25 1M Run/Walk Entry Fee / $35 Day of Race
WANT TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE but NOT RUN/WALK THE RACE?? Be 'Ghost Runner' and sign up that way. No shirt, no problem. DONATE to HELP.
Race Route:
* This certified 5K Course is both fast and scenic, travelling along the beautiful Oostanaula River before finishing back in Ridge Ferry Park where it starts.
* The 1 Mile run/walk will start and finish in Ridge Ferry Park.
Parking:
Parking is available at Ridge Ferry Park, 363 Riverside Pkwy NE, Rome, GA 30161
Race Day Schedule of Events:
6:30 AM Race Day Registration Opens
7:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes
8:00 AM 5K Start Time
8:50 AM 1M Start Time
9:15 AM Awards Presentation
Pre-Registration Packet Pick up:
Held at GoGo Running on Friday, April 12th from 10:00AM--7:00PM
Location: 1018 Martha Berry Blvd NE, Rome, GA 30165
5K Awards:
Special Awards will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners
*Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners
*Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&Over
1M Awards:
Medals will be given to the following:
*Top 3 Overall Males and Top 3 Overall Females
Please note, this is a rain or shine event.
Professional Timing:
This race will be chip-timed by Wire2Wire Running, LLC using the latest RFID technology. Results will be posted after the race at www.wire2wirerunning.com